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Bonnaroo will skip its 2027 edition to let storm-damaged grounds recover after back-to-back years of bad weather; organizers say the festival will return in 2028, following improvements to drainage, roads, and grass to bolster resiliency.
At least three tornadoes touched down in Chicago area’s south and southwest suburbs, causing widespread damage, uprooted trees, and power outages. Marian Catholic High School in Chicago Heights lost power and had roof damage; Tinley Park’s Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre was damaged; a fire in Frankfort was sparked by downed power lines. About 250 students sheltered at Homewood-Flossmoor High School as storms prompted closures. The National Weather Service is assessing the damage, with more storms possible later, and cleanup is underway across Mokena, Monee, Orland Park and surrounding communities.
Severe storms swept through Wake County, NC, toppling trees, downing power lines and damaging homes, causing thousands to lose electricity. A 71-year-old man, Mike Ferguson, was killed when a tree fell on his home. Duke Energy reported hundreds of outage events and tens of thousands without power at the peak. Crews worked to clear debris, restore power, and rebuild infrastructure while residents were urged to stay safe and consider trimming trees to reduce future risk.
Governor Tony Evers says Wisconsin is ready to assist after a damaging storm swept through Northeast Wisconsin, including a reported tornado near Appleton and Menasha with road closures and downed power lines as responders assess damage. Authorities urge residents to report major emergencies and stay clear of hazards while first responders coordinate aid for those displaced; a heat advisory is in effect in parts of the area, and the forecast calls for warm, humid conditions with improving weather tomorrow.
Video shows a line of severe storms moving through Philadelphia, including microbursts that toppled trees, damaged roofs and power lines, and caused scattered damage across neighborhoods.
On June 17, 2026, a Wednesday night tornado in Effingham County, IL reached EF3+ with estimated peak winds of 150 mph, tracking about 26 miles from Beecher City through Shumway, Effingham, and Teutopolis before weakening to EF-2 and lifting north of Island Grove; two injuries were reported and extensive damage occurred to homes, barns and outbuildings along the path.
A major storm hit Mineral Wells, Texas, causing widespread damage that authorities say may have been from an EF-2 or EF-3 tornado. Aerial images show destroyed homes and businesses and warped trees; at least two people were hospitalized. The city opened a shelter at Mineral Wells High School and is seeking donations at Center of Life as the National Weather Service assesses the damage.
A severe Central Illinois storm damaged Rivian's Normal plant, including Building 2 with a roof collapse in the receiving area; no injuries were reported. The full extent is still being assessed, and it’s unclear whether any R2 tooling or production is affected or how the incident might impact June first drives.
Overnight storms battered Southeast Michigan, causing major damage to Yost Ice Arena in Ann Arbor with roof and debris damage, uprooted trees, and about 15,000 power outages; the city logged 75+ emergency calls as schools closed and campus facilities were assessed, with no reopening timeline yet.
The National Weather Service confirmed a low‑level EF-0 tornado struck Charlotte, with about 85 mph winds, a 25‑yard width and roughly 1.5‑mile path, damaging several buildings including a warehouse on Atando Ave near 3225 Leota Dr and tearing off roofing metal; trees were damaged but no injuries were reported. NWS surveyed the damage after the storm and urged residents to prepare for spring severe weather.
A powerful storm caused a massive mudslide in Wrightwood, California, destroying homes and impacting local businesses, with residents like Misty Cheng devastated by the destruction and ongoing recovery efforts amid future rain threats.
US 2 is reopening for limited travel west of Skykomish by Jan. 4 after storm damage, with ongoing repairs and pilot car guidance east of Stevens Pass; travelers should plan ahead and expect delays.
Gusty Santa Ana winds in Southern California caused significant damage, including downed trees, vehicle accidents, and property destruction, with wind speeds reaching up to 60 mph, leading to road closures and injuries but no reported fatalities.
AIR7 captured the first aerial footage of storm damage in Wrightwood after Christmas Eve's powerful storm caused flash flooding and mudslides, damaging around 50 homes and leaving residents to begin cleanup efforts.
Heavy rains caused mudslides and power outages in Wrightwood, California, leading to community cleanup efforts, damage assessments, and ongoing safety precautions, with around 50 homes affected and thousands still without power.