Editorial photo #13468652 Disaster and Accident
Kankakee Tornado Damage In Illinois
Tornado damage is seen in Aroma Park, Illinois, on March 18, 2026, following a tornado that touched down in Kankakee County. On March 10, 2026, a powerful supercell produced an intense EF-3 tornado and hail over 6 inches in diameter in Kankakee, Illinois, and surrounding areas, including parts of Indiana. The tornado touched down just west of IL 115 and proceeded east on the ground for 36 miles, resulting in 3 fatalities and 11 injuries. (Photo by Jason Whitman/NurPhoto)