Why are the same suburbs being hit by tornadoes and storms? Meteorologist explains

Source NBC Local
Original Load Date Aug. 14, 2026, 7:01 p.m.
Last Updated Aug. 14, 2026, 7:01 p.m.
Original URL https://www.nbcchicago.com/weather/why-are-the-same-suburbs-being-hit-by-tornadoes-and-storms-meteorologist-explains/3975599/

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Why have the same areas been getting hit with severe weather this summer? Time after time, the same Chicago suburbs seem to be in the [ direct path of severe weather ][3] . Flooding, tornadoes, straight line winds -- they've seen it all. Stream NBC 5 for free, 24/7, wherever you are. [ ![Watch bu...