Midwest Faces Widespread Devastation from Derecho and Tornadoes

Severe storms cause fatalities, power outages, and significant damage across multiple states.

A powerful derecho and multiple tornadoes swept through the Midwest, causing extensive damage from Iowa to Indiana.
At least four people have died, including an elderly couple in Illinois and a woman in Indiana.
The storms left hundreds of thousands without power, with Illinois and Indiana being the hardest hit.
Significant infrastructure damage includes downed trees, damaged buildings, and disrupted travel at major airports.
Emergency services are conducting damage assessments and rescue operations, with ongoing efforts to restore power and clear debris.