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Rare February Tornado Outbreak Hits Midwest

A series of severe storms spawned multiple tornadoes across the Great Lakes region, causing widespread damage but no reported injuries.

  • Severe thunderstorms and tornadoes caused extensive damage in the Midwest, affecting areas from Chicago suburbs to eastern Michigan.
  • No injuries have been reported despite the significant destruction of homes, barns, and power outages across four states.
  • Confirmed and suspected tornadoes in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Ohio disrupted lives, with residents scrambling for safety during the night.
  • Weather authorities are investigating the storms, which followed an unusual spell of warm weather, to confirm tornado reports.
  • The unusual February weather event is considered rare for the region, with meteorologists noting it's ahead of schedule for this time of year.
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