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Severe Weather Strikes Chicago and Colorado: Tornadoes and Snow

12/29/2025

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Severe Weather Strikes

On December 28, 2025, severe weather affected the Chicago area, with tornado warnings in Illinois and Indiana and a confirmed tornado near St. Anne causing roof damage in Livingston County.
In Colorado, a winter storm produced snow and slick roads, causing a crash on Interstate 25 with injuries.
The National Weather Service (NWS) reported light snow in the Denver metro area and heavier snowfall in the mountains.

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Travel Delays Escalate

Severe weather delays travel during the holiday weekend.
The American Automobile Association (AAA) estimates over 122 million domestic travelers and 2.86 million at airports today.
At John Glenn International Airport, travelers expressed concerns about security lines and delays.
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) recommends using gift bags to ease inspections and packing carefully to avoid prohibited items.

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Severe Weather Strikes

On December 28, 2025, severe weather affected the Chicago area, with tornado warnings in Illinois and Indiana and a confirmed tornado near St. Anne causing roof damage in Livingston County.
In Colorado, a winter storm produced snow and slick roads, causing a crash on Interstate 25 with injuries.
The National Weather Service (NWS) reported light snow in the Denver metro area and heavier snowfall in the mountains.

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