Northern Indiana, IN – Severe storms with damaging winds and multiple tornadoes struck Northern Indiana and parts of Ohio on April 2, 2025. The storm system caused significant damage, with wind speeds reaching 60-80 mph, and the National Weather Service (NWS) confirming 8 tornadoes, including EF-1 and EF-2 classifications.
According to NWS reports, the tornadoes impacted several counties across Northern Indiana, with Bourbon, IN, experiencing an EF-1 tornado that lasted from 6:52 PM to 7:10 PM. The longest tornado track was in Bourbon, where winds reached 110 mph over 17.9 miles. Other notable tornadoes included those in Orland and Van Wert, Ohio, which had substantial damage.
The storms left behind widespread destruction, with uprooted trees, power outages, and damage to homes and vehicles. Local authorities are urging residents to remain cautious as assessments continue.
For the latest updates and more detailed information on the tornado paths and damage reports, residents can check NWS updates directly on their site.
