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- On April 2, 2026, severe weather impacted the Chicago area with tornado and severe thunderstorm warnings in effect.
- Gusty winds exceeding 60 mph, hail, and heavy rain caused significant flight delays and cancellations at O'Hare and Midway airports.
- A tornado watch was in effect for several counties.
- Flooding occurred in various areas.
- The storms are expected to weaken by midnight with another round anticipated Friday night.
