Elkhart, IN – A line of strong to severe thunderstorms raced across northern Illinois into northern Indiana during the late evening hours of Monday, causing widespread damage. Reports of trees and power lines down have been received in multiple counties, with details still being gathered across the area.
According to the National Weather Service (NWS), a storm survey confirmed a brief tornado on the south side of Elkhart, west of US-33, between Lusher and Hively Avenues. Several trees were either snapped or uprooted. The tornado, classified as an EF0, had wind speeds of at least 85 mph, consistent with the high end of the EF0 scale.
Additional details will be released later today once the survey team returns and the data assessment is completed. The Enhanced Fujita Scale classifies tornadoes into categories ranging from EF0, with winds of 65 to 85 mph, to EF5, with winds exceeding 200 mph.
This severe weather event underscores the importance of staying informed and prepared during storm season. Residents are advised to follow updates from the National Weather Service and local authorities to ensure their safety and well-being. Further information will be provided as the situation develops.
