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Severe weather pounds Illinois and Indiana, knocking out power as tornado warning sirens blare
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk Associated Press , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· August 11, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details on the severe weather and its impact are available from KSAT 12's source.
Severe weather has caused significant disruptions in the Chicago area and northwestern Indiana. A large number of people, over half a million, have lost power due to the storms. The region experienced perilous rainstorms and extreme wind gusts, prompting tornado warning sirens to sound.
Flights at Chicago's major airports were temporarily halted, and officials are warning of potential delays as they work to clear the backlog. Photos on social media show the extent of the damage, with flooded roads and damaged homes. Further details on the severe weather and its impact are available from KSAT 12's source.
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Category: local Published: August 11, 2026 Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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