Large tornado on the ground in Kankakee County; NWS warns of a ‘life-threatening situation'

Source NBC Local
Original Load Date March 10, 2026, 7:01 p.m.
Last Updated March 10, 2026, 7:01 p.m.
Original URL https://www.nbcchicago.com/weather/tornado-watch-issued-for-several-chicago-area-counties-part-of-nw-indiana/3906070/

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The National Weather Service issued an urgent warning about a large tornado moving through the village of Aroma Park in Kankakee County on Tuesday evening, calling it a "life-threatening situation." The agency described the tornado as "extremely dangerous" and urged residents to "take cover now!" ...