Tornadoes Devastate Illinois and Indiana, Killing 2

0:00It's March 11, and here's what's happening across the world right now. Severe storms tore through northern Illinois and northwest Indiana on Tuesday, spawning multiple tornadoes that killed two people and wrecked. Buildings across the region, the worst hit Lake Village in Indiana, where an elderly couple lost their lives in their home, and Kankaki in Illinois saw roofs ripped off in cars, smashed. Supercell thunderstorms fueled at least four twisters, according to the National Weather Service in Chicago. Debris covered streets, utility poles snapped, and many roads they closed into Wednesday morning, as crews worked to clear pass and restore power. Residents hunkered down in bathtubs and basements, with some helping neighbors right after the storms passed. Officials urged people to stay away to let emergency teams handle rescues, reporting fewer than 10 minor injuries overall. One local paramedic pulled folks from rubble and treated breathing issues from debris. In Kankaki, hail stones as big as six inches pounded the area,

1:02possibly breaking state records, while a tornado damaged a garden center just before. It's busy spring season. Nine people there got minor injuries, but no one was seriously hurt at the business since staff had gone home. Tornado watches lingered Wednesday across parts of Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, and Ohio as fresh rounds of rain, hail, and winds rolled in. Search efforts continued, but communities expressed relief that the death toll stayed low amid the widespread destruction. This episode is proudly sponsored by our partner. When you need a moment alone, just lay back and listen. S-O-L-I-SoliPillow.com