"Severe Weather Strikes Chicago: Tornadoes Reported in Northern and Western Suburbs"

The National Weather Service will investigate reported tornado touchdowns in northern and western suburbs following severe storms that brought hail, strong winds, and possible tornadoes. Multiple areas experienced significant damage to homes and property, with reports of funnel clouds and tornadoes in several counties. Fire officials are conducting damage assessments, and residents describe the storms as sounding like a freight train. The extent of the damage and any potential injuries are currently unclear.