Storm Data and Unusual Weather Phenomena - June 2008
Location Date/Time Deaths & Property & Event Type and Details Injuries Crop Dmg
ILLINOIS, Northeast
IROQUOIS COUNTY --- 5.0 W WATSEKA [40.78, -87.83] 06/04/08 18:19 CST 0 Hail (0.88 in) 06/04/08 18:21 CST 0 Source: COOP Observer
LIVINGSTON COUNTY --- 6.8 SSW FLANAGAN [40.78, -88.90], 4.1 S FLANAGAN [40.81, -88.85] 06/04/08 18:45 CST 40K Tornado (EF1, L: 3.42 mi , W: 200 yd) 06/04/08 18:50 CST 0 Source: Emergency Manager
A tornado touched down in Waldo Township, south of 1100 North, between 100 East and 200 East. A house suffered roof damage near this location. A small agriculture building was blown around a larger agricultural machine shed and destroyed. The larger machine shed suffered some roof damage. Trees and a child's play set were also damaged. Tree damage was reported south of 1200 North between 300 East and 400 East. Some small agricultural buildings were destroyed south of 1300 North, just east of 400 East.
IROQUOIS COUNTY --- ASHKUM [40.88, -87.95] 06/04/08 19:09 CST 0 Hail (1.75 in) 06/04/08 19:12 CST 0 Source: Emergency Manager
COOK COUNTY --- CHICAGO HGTS [41.50, -87.63] 06/04/08 20:49 CST 0 Hail (1.00 in) 06/04/08 20:51 CST 0 Source: Law Enforcement
COOK COUNTY --- SAUK VLG [41.48, -87.58] 06/04/08 20:54 CST 0 Hail (1.75 in) 06/04/08 20:57 CST 0 Source: Law Enforcement
KANKAKEE COUNTY --- 3.0 SSE KANKAKEE RIVER PK AR [41.18, -87.95], 1.5 SW MANTENO ST GEORGE AR [41.18, -87.80], 1.3 N AROMA PARK [41.10, -87.80], 1.6 W KANKAKEE ARPT [41.10, -87.95] 06/04/08 21:10 CST 0 Flash Flood (due to Heavy Rain) 06/05/08 04:45 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
Several streets were flooded in Kankakee with water four to five feet deep in some locations. A motorist was rescued near Brookmont Boulevard. Many fields were flooded in Bourbonnais with a stormtotal rainfall of 5.20 inches.
WILL COUNTY --- CRETE [41.45, -87.63] 06/04/08 21:39 CST 0 Hail (0.75 in) 06/04/08 21:41 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
WILL COUNTY --- ROMEOVILLE [41.63, -88.07] 06/04/08 22:52 CST 0 Hail (0.75 in) 06/04/08 22:54 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
WILL COUNTY --- 3.0 SE JOLIET WILHEM FLD AR [41.45, -88.04], 1.4 SSE PARK FOREST SOUTH [41.45, -87.71], 1.7 WNW MONEE SANGER ARPT [41.39, -87.71], 2.3 ENE EAST JOLIET [41.39, -88.04] 06/04/08 23:33 CST 0 Flash Flood (due to Heavy Rain) 06/05/08 04:30 CST 0 Source: Law Enforcement
Multiple roads were closed across parts of eastern Will County due to flooding. Route 50 near Eagle Creek was impassible.
COOK COUNTY --- 1.4 W FOREST GLEN [41.97, -87.83] 06/05/08 01:09 CST 0 Hail (0.75 in) 06/05/08 01:11 CST 0 Source: Law Enforcement
Penny size hail was reported in Norridge.
Severe thunderstorms developed over central Illinois during the evening hours of June 4th and moved northeast across eastern Illinois during the early morning hours of June 5th. Some of the evening thunderstorms produced wall clouds and funnel clouds but only one tornado was confirmed.
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Location Date/Time Deaths & Property & Event Type and Details Injuries Crop Dmg
OGLE COUNTY --- MT MORRIS [42.05, -89.43] 06/05/08 06:28 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 61 kt) 06/05/08 06:28 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
Wind gusts were estimated to 70 mph.
OGLE COUNTY --- FORRESTON [42.12, -89.58] 06/05/08 06:30 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 55 kt) 06/05/08 06:30 CST 0 Source: Law Enforcement
Several trees were blown down.
OGLE COUNTY --- 0.7 NNE BYRON [42.14, -89.24] 06/05/08 06:32 CST 1K Thunderstorm Wind (EG 55 kt) 06/05/08 06:32 CST 0 Source: Newspaper
Large tree limbs and power lines were blown down on North River Drive.
WINNEBAGO COUNTY --- (RFD)GTR ROCKFORD AR [42.20, -89.10] 06/05/08 06:45 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 56 kt) 06/05/08 06:45 CST 0 Source: ASOS
A wind gust to 64 mph was measured.
MCHENRY COUNTY --- MARENGO [42.25, -88.60] 06/05/08 07:00 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 55 kt) 06/05/08 07:00 CST 0 Source: Law Enforcement
A tree was blown down.
MCHENRY COUNTY --- CRYSTAL LAKE [42.23, -88.33] 06/05/08 07:22 CST 1K Thunderstorm Wind (EG 55 kt) 06/05/08 07:22 CST 0 Source: Emergency Manager
Tree limbs and power lines were blown down.
LAKE COUNTY --- 2.5 SE LAKE VILLA [42.39, -88.00] 06/05/08 08:00 CST 10K Lightning 06/05/08 08:00 CST 0 Source: Newspaper
Lightning struck a home on Yew Tree Court blowing a hole through the roof, knocking siding off of the house and blew out some electrical circuits but no fire was reported.
Severe thunderstorms developed across northwest Illinois shortly after sunrise and quickly moved across far northern Illinois during the mid morning hours.
(IL-Z011) DE KALB, (IL-Z019) LA SALLE 06/06/08 13:00 CST 10K Strong Wind (MAX 45 kt) 06/06/08 17:00 CST 0
(IL-Z006) LAKE, (IL-Z008) OGLE 06/06/08 13:25 CST 10K High Wind (MAX 50 kt) 06/06/08 17:00 CST 0
Strong winds developed during the late morning and early afternoon of June 6th and continued through early evening. Wind gusts between 45 and 50 mph were common with a few locations reaching near 60 mph. A gust to 58 mph was measured at the Rochelle Airport. A two foot diameter tree was blown down onto a house in Deerfield in Lake County. A tree was blown down onto a house in Mendota in LaSalle County with minor damage reported. Many tree limbs and power lines were blown down across DeKalb County.
MCHENRY COUNTY --- 0.9 ENE HARVARD DACY ARPT [42.40, -88.61]
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Location Date/Time Deaths & Property & Event Type and Details Injuries Crop Dmg 06/06/08 13:45 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 55 kt) 06/06/08 13:45 CST 0 Source: Newspaper
Trees were blown down along Route 14, south of Harvard.
MCHENRY COUNTY --- 2.3 NNW LAWRENCE [42.46, -88.65] 06/06/08 13:45 CST 25K Thunderstorm Wind (EG 60 kt) 06/06/08 13:45 CST 0 Source: Newspaper
A barn was blown down with debris scattered across Lawrence Road. A 2-by-4 was stuck in the ground like a spear.
MCHENRY COUNTY --- MARENGO [42.25, -88.60] 06/06/08 13:48 CST 2K Thunderstorm Wind (EG 56 kt) 06/06/08 13:48 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
Trees and power lines were blown down near Route 23 and Route 176. Some roads were impassible because of debris.
OGLE COUNTY --- ROCHELLE [41.92, -89.07] 06/06/08 13:48 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (MG 50 kt) 06/06/08 13:48 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
Winds gusted to 58 mph in Rochelle. A tree was blown down near Cooper Park.
OGLE COUNTY --- 3.0 E DAVIS JCT [42.10, -89.04] 06/06/08 13:55 CST 1K Thunderstorm Wind (EG 56 kt) 06/06/08 13:55 CST 0 Source: Public
Trees and power lines were blown down.
OGLE COUNTY --- LINDENWOOD [42.05, -89.03] 06/06/08 13:55 CST 5K Thunderstorm Wind (EG 65 kt) 06/06/08 13:55 CST 0 Source: Public
A medium size grain bin was lifted off its foundation and laid over on its side in Lindenwood.
DE KALB COUNTY --- 0.7 NNW KIRKLAND [42.09, -88.86] 06/06/08 14:00 CST 10K Thunderstorm Wind (EG 55 kt) 06/06/08 14:00 CST 0 Source: Newspaper
Numerous trees, tree limbs and power lines were blown down in Kirkland. A construction trailer was overturned near Route 72 and Malta Road.
Strong to severe thunderstorms developed over northern Illinois and moved northeast during the afternoon hours of June 6th.
LIVINGSTON COUNTY --- 2.6 E CORNELL [40.97, -88.68], 3.4 E CORNELL [40.98, -88.67] 06/07/08 15:21 CST 0 Tornado (EF0, L: 0.91 mi , W: 20 yd) 06/07/08 15:23 CST 0 Source: Fire Department/Rescue
Video from a storm spotter along with eyewitness accounts from the Dwight Fire Department confirmed a weak tornado about four miles east of Cornell. The tornado remained in an open field and no damage or injuries were reported.
LIVINGSTON COUNTY --- 2.4 SSE NEVADA [41.05, -88.55], 1.2 ESE SUNBURY [41.09, -88.51] 06/07/08 15:31 CST 50K Tornado (EF1, L: 3.59 mi , W: 40 yd) 06/07/08 15:45 CST 0 Source: NWS Storm Survey
A tornado touched down near 2000E and 2900N. Utility poles were snapped along 2900N. On 2100E north of 3000N, half of the roof of a barn was blown off. At 3100N, a house suffered roof and tree damage. The tornado ended near 2200E, just south of 3200N.
KANKAKEE COUNTY --- 1.9 NW ESSEX [41.20, -88.21], 1.9 NW ESSEX [41.20, -88.20] 06/07/08 16:18 CST 0 Tornado (EF1, L: 0.40 mi , W: 40 yd) 06/07/08 16:19 CST 0 Source: NWS Storm Survey
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Location Date/Time Deaths & Property & Event Type and Details Injuries Crop Dmg A tornado touched down just west of 17000W, just south of County Line Road, in far northwest Kankakee County. The tornado uprooted large trees and snapped a small hardwood tree before crossing into southwest Will County.
WILL COUNTY --- 3.2 SE GODLEY [41.20, -88.20], 1.9 WSW WILTON CENTER [41.34, -88.00] 06/07/08 16:19 CST 0.50M Tornado (EF2, L: 14.12 mi , W: 200 yd) 06/07/08 16:46 CST 0 Source: NWS Storm Survey
A tornado touched down in far northwest Kankakee County then crossed County Line Road into Will County north of Essex. Tree tops were sheared off at Essex and Cooper Roads. A clear path could be seen in the trees at McGuire Road. At Route 113 and Smiley Road near Custer Park, trees were snapped and uprooted. Across the Kankakee River, a two story house had its roof completely removed and there was extensive tree damage. The tornado reached EF2 intensity at this point. The tornado continued across Route 102 near Ritchie where trees were damaged. The tornado crossed old Chicago Road near Kahler Road where power lines were blown down, a shed and barn were damaged and there was minor damage to a house. Another shed was destroyed. The tornado weakened as it moved from Symerton and Kennedy Roads to Warner Bridge and Arsenal Roads. There was no damage except to one tree. There was minor damage to a barn and tree limbs north of Arsenal Road before the tornado dissipated.
WILL COUNTY --- 1.3 SSE WILTON [41.36, -87.92], 0.9 NNW ANDRES [41.38, -87.89] 06/07/08 16:51 CST 50K Tornado (EF2, L: 2.16 mi , W: 400 yd) 06/07/08 16:54 CST 0 Source: NWS Storm Survey
A tornado touched down northeast of Wilton Center, just north of Route 52 and east of Elevator Road, where there was minor tree damage. Based on photos and eyewitness reports, the tornado grew to about 400 yards wide but remained in open fields with few structures or trees in its path. At 120th Avenue, a garage was destroyed and all that remained was a cinder block base. A metal outbuilding was severely damaged. The tornado ended near Manhattan-Wilton Road, just west of Route 45.
WILL COUNTY --- 2.6 NE ANDRES [41.40, -87.85], 3.0 W MONEE [41.43, -87.79] 06/07/08 16:55 CST 0.50M Tornado (EF2, L: 3.66 mi , W: 150 yd) 06/07/08 17:08 CST 0 Source: NWS Storm Survey
A tornado touched down along Paulding Road just west of Center Road, south of the Green Garden Country Club. A garage was leveled and a house had part of its roof torn off and damage to the second story exterior walls. At the southwest corner of Bruns and 88th Avenue, barns and trees were damaged. The tornado continued along Bruns Road between 80th and 88th Avenues. On the south side of Bruns Road, a barn and an outbuilding were completely destroyed. The house lost a large section of the southeast wall on the second floor. Another house was heavily damaged with siding and a west wall blown off. North of Bruns Road, there was a barn that was practically destroyed with only a partial wall standing. A horse barn was destroyed with the stables intact and horses still standing in them. In the backyard of the next home, there were trees blown down and debris, such as trailers and a small rowboat were blown into the creek immediately north of Bruns Road. A chain link fence was pulled from the ground. Many trees were uprooted and blown over. Power lines were also blown down. The next house had damage to two garages. The doors were blown out of both garages and the roof of one garage was severely damaged. The house had siding and roof shingles blown off. A house at the east end of this section on Bruns Road, closest to 80th Avenue, had siding blown off and chimney damage. The tornado ended southwest of the intersection of Harlem Avenue and Manhattan-Monee Road, where there was minor tree damage.
WILL COUNTY --- 2.6 NW MONEE [41.44, -87.77], 1.0 W PARK FOREST SOUTH [41.47, -87.74] 06/07/08 17:13 CST 5.50M Tornado (EF2, L: 2.42 mi , W: 150 yd) 06/07/08 17:19 CST 6 0 Source: NWS Storm Survey
A tornado developed near Ridgeland Avenue and Dralle Road, where a high tension metal truss tower collapsed and four others were damaged. Power lines blocked Interstate 57. The tornado destroyed a mobile home and outbuildings east of Ridgeland between Dralle and Stuenkel Roads before crossing Interstate 57. The tornado was rated EF2 in this area. Six people were injured in vehicles on Interstate 57. Several cars were damaged and a semi trailer was completely destroyed. East of Interstate 57 at Stuenkel Road, a large warehouse had bay doors blown in, much of the roof collapsed, and the west wall blown in. Utility poles were pushed over along South Central Avenue.
COOK COUNTY --- 1.0 W PARK FOREST SOUTH [41.47, -87.74], 1.3 ENE MATTESON [41.51, -87.68] 06/07/08 17:19 CST 4M Tornado (EF2, L: 4.10 mi , W: 150 yd) 06/07/08 17:30 CST 0 Source: NWS Storm Survey
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Location Date/Time Deaths & Property & Event Type and Details Injuries Crop Dmg A tornado which touched down in northwest Will County, crossed Steger Road into Cook County, just west of Cicero Avenue. The tornado hit a subdivision on the northwest corner of Steger Road and Cicero Avenue. Large tree limbs were blown down and a couple trees were uprooted. Homes were somewhat sheltered by large trees and only sustained minor damage. One home near Cicero Avenue had part of its roof torn off. East of Cicero Avenue, the tornado weakened slightly as it moved through an apartment complex. Only minor damage to roofs, soffits and siding was noted. The tornado hit another subdivision along Imperial Drive. A few homes had garages partially collapsed or destroyed. The tornado then passed through an open area before crossing Governors Highway and the Illinois Central tracks, just south of Sauk Trail. The tornado hit an apartment complex just east of the highway and railroad tracks. One three story building had much of the roof ripped off and part of the third floor exterior walls blown down. Carports were collapsed and other buildings had minor damage. The tornado was rated EF2 in this area. The tornado moved through the intersection of Sauk Trail and Richton Square Road where a grocery store and car wash sustained damage. The tornado then weakened to EF0 intensity as it continued northeast across Central Park Avenue and the northwest part of Central Park. Only minor damage to trees was observed in a subdivision in this area. The tornado crossed the E J and E tracks, then it damaged a roof at an apartment complex near North Street and Orchard Drive. The last signs of tree damage were just southwest of the intersection of Lincoln Highway and Western Avenue. Multiple eyewitnesses reported a dog that was picked up by the tornado and carried a few hundred feet away. The dog, a 125 pound Rottweiler, was apparently unharmed.
COOK COUNTY --- 1.2 E PARK FOREST [41.48, -87.66], 0.2 N CHICAGO HGTS [41.50, -87.63] 06/07/08 17:32 CST 1M Tornado (EF1, L: 1.97 mi , W: 75 yd) 06/07/08 17:37 CST 0 Source: NWS Storm Survey
A tornado touched down in South Chicago Heights in the Schubert's Woods Forest Preserve just north of Sauk Trail and west of Forest Preserve Drive. This tornado then tracked northeast across the forest, eventually emerging from the forest near Euclid and west 26th Streets. At this location, large trees were uprooted and portions of a roof were lifted off a large warehouse building. The tornado continued northeast across residential areas north of 26th Street and west of Chicago Road. In this neighborhood, several homes sustained minor damage with two houses sustaining significant damage from large trees falling onto the homes. The tornado continued northeast across Chicago Road eventually lifting near 16th Street and Center Street. Damage to trees was noted all along the path including several large uprooted or snapped in half.
COOK COUNTY --- 0.9 ENE LANSING [41.57, -87.53], 1.3 ENE LANSING [41.57, -87.53] 06/07/08 17:48 CST 10K Tornado (EF0, L: 0.44 mi , W: 50 yd) 06/07/08 17:49 CST 0 Source: NWS Storm Survey
A brief tornado touched down near 179th street, east of Burnham Road and ended near the Indiana State line and 177th Street. Several tree limbs were blown down. One tree limb fell onto a car.
A single supercell thunderstorm developed over western Illinois and moved northeast reaching Lake Michigan near the Illinois Indiana state line several hours later. This single thunderstorm produced eight different tornadoes as it moved east across Illinois.
WINNEBAGO COUNTY --- 0.9 NW PECATONICA [42.31, -89.36] 06/08/08 08:42 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 50 kt) 06/08/08 08:42 CST 0 Source: Newspaper
A large tree limb was blown down on 7th Street.
OGLE COUNTY --- MT MORRIS [42.05, -89.43] 06/08/08 09:55 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 52 kt) 06/08/08 09:55 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
Multiple trees were blown down and signs were bent over.
OGLE COUNTY --- 0.3 SSW OREGON [42.02, -89.33] 06/08/08 10:00 CST 1K Thunderstorm Wind (EG 50 kt) 06/08/08 10:00 CST 0 Source: Newspaper
A tree was blown down onto power lines which knocked out power to some businesses.
MCHENRY COUNTY --- 0.8 S MC HENRY [42.34, -88.27] 06/08/08 10:07 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 50 kt) 06/08/08 10:07 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
A tree was blown down near Center and Kane Street.
MCHENRY COUNTY --- 1.4 WNW LAKE IN THE HILLS [42.19, -88.35] 06/08/08 10:15 CST 5K Lightning 06/08/08 10:15 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
A house was struck by lightning on Heavens Gate Street.
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Location Date/Time Deaths & Property & Event Type and Details Injuries Crop Dmg
MCHENRY COUNTY --- CRYSTAL LAKE [42.23, -88.33] 06/08/08 10:15 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 50 kt) 06/08/08 10:15 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
A large tree was blown down.
WINNEBAGO COUNTY --- 0.4 N CHERRY VLY [42.24, -88.95] 06/08/08 10:28 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 50 kt) 06/08/08 10:28 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
A large tree was blown down on East State Street.
KANE COUNTY --- ELGIN [42.03, -88.28] 06/08/08 10:37 CST 0 Hail (0.88 in) 06/08/08 10:39 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
KANE COUNTY --- 0.5 E MONTGOMERY [41.73, -88.34] 06/08/08 11:15 CST 0.50K Thunderstorm Wind (EG 50 kt) 06/08/08 11:15 CST 0 Source: Public
A patio swing was picked up and thrown over a fence. Cast iron patio furniture was mangled. A trampoline was blown several houses down a street.
COOK COUNTY --- 0.7 ESE CHICAGO [41.83, -87.64] 06/08/08 11:40 CST 10K Thunderstorm Wind (EG 50 kt) 06/08/08 11:40 CST 0 Source: County Official
A tree was blown down onto a car on the 400 block of West 37th Street.
WILL COUNTY --- 0.2 NW PLAINFIELD [41.60, -88.20] 06/08/08 11:40 CST 25K Thunderstorm Wind (EG 55 kt) 06/08/08 11:40 CST 0 Source: Emergency Manager
Near Route 59 and Fort Beggs Street, benches, bleachers and fences were damaged at Central High School. A roof was damaged on the Plainfield Tech Building and minor damage was reported to the Plainfield Tornado Memorial. Witnesses reported seeing a gustnado just ahead of the main line of thunderstorms.
Strong to severe thunderstorms moved across parts of northern Illinois during the late morning and early afternoon hours of June 8th.
WINNEBAGO COUNTY --- 0.8 NNW HARLEM [42.34, -89.03] 06/08/08 19:58 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 50 kt) 06/08/08 19:58 CST 0 Source: Emergency Manager
Trees were blown down near Harlem Avenue and Alpine Road.
MCHENRY COUNTY --- 0.3 SE LAKE IN THE HILLS [42.18, -88.32] 06/08/08 20:29 CST 0 Hail (0.88 in) 06/08/08 20:31 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
Nickel size hail was reported near Hilltop and Algonquin Roads.
KANE COUNTY --- 2.4 E HENPECK [42.12, -88.43] 06/08/08 20:30 CST 0 Hail (0.88 in) 06/08/08 20:30 CST 0 Source: Amateur Radio
Nickel size hail was reported at Interstate 90 and Route 47.
MCHENRY COUNTY --- 2.6 WSW CRYSTAL LAKE [42.22, -88.38] 06/08/08 20:33 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 50 kt) 06/08/08 20:33 CST 0 Source: Public
Trees were blown down.
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Location Date/Time Deaths & Property & Event Type and Details Injuries Crop Dmg
KANE COUNTY --- 0.5 W WEST DUNDEE [42.10, -88.29] 06/08/08 20:47 CST 0 Hail (0.75 in) 06/08/08 20:49 CST 0 Source: Fire Department/Rescue
LA SALLE COUNTY --- 0.4 SSE MENDOTA [41.55, -89.12] 06/08/08 22:00 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 52 kt) 06/08/08 22:00 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
Wind gusts were estimated to 60 mph on East Fourth Street.
Strong to severe thunderstorms developed over northern Illinois during the evening hours and continued through the late evening.
WINNEBAGO COUNTY --- 1.5 SSE ROSCOE [42.40, -89.01], 2.0 SSW LOVES PARK [42.29, -89.06], 2.0 SW LOVES PARK [42.30, -89.08], 2.0 NW LOVES PARK [42.34, -89.08], 3.0 SW ROSCOE [42.39, -89.06], 2.0 SE ROCKTON [42.43, -89.04], 0.5 N ROSCOE [42.43, -89.02] 06/10/08 07:00 CST 6M Flood (due to Heavy Rain) 06/30/08 23:59 CST 0 Source: NWS Storm Survey
Area streams were already running above normal due to heavy runoff from a wet winter and spring. Additional heavy rain in June cause moderate to major flooding of rivers. June rainfall amounts included 8.87 inches at Shirland, 6.16 inches in Roscoe, and 6.27 inches at Rockford. Even heavier rain, in excess of 10 inches, fell in southern Wisconsin. By June 10 the Rock River at Rockton reached moderate flood stage of 11 feet. It crested at 14.72 feet on the 18th. This was the second highest crest on record. Downstream the river crested at 14.23 feet at Latham Park. The moderate to major flooding continued through the end of June and into July. The Pecotonica River at Shirland reached moderate flood levels of 15 feet on June 16 and subsided below that level on the 18th. The hardest hit area was along the Rock River from Roscoe through Machesney Park and Loves Park, where many homes and garages were inundated with flood water. There were 35 homes impacted in the Edgemeer subdivision in Roscoe Township and about a dozen homes in Loves Park. The hardest hit area was Machesney Park where 600 homes had major damage.
DU PAGE COUNTY --- (DPA)DUPAGE CO ARPT [41.90, -88.25] 06/12/08 12:48 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (MG 61 kt) 06/12/08 12:48 CST 0 Source: ASOS
A wind gust to 70 mph was measured at the West Chicago/Dupage Airport.
LEE COUNTY --- HARMON [41.72, -89.55] 06/12/08 22:45 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 55 kt) 06/12/08 22:45 CST 0 Source: Law Enforcement
Trees were blown down.
LEE COUNTY --- 0.4 WSW DIXON MUNI ARPT [41.83, -89.46] 06/12/08 22:47 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 55 kt) 06/12/08 22:47 CST 0 Source: Newspaper
Trees were blown down along Route 52, east of Dixon.
OGLE COUNTY --- ROCHELLE [41.92, -89.07] 06/12/08 23:00 CST 50K Thunderstorm Wind (EG 60 kt) 06/12/08 23:00 CST 0 Source: Law Enforcement
About a dozen big trees were blown down along with 20 to 30 smaller trees. Numerous tree limbs and power lines were also blown down. Part of the roof of a dealership was blown off. A semi-trailer was blown over on Interstate 39.
DE KALB COUNTY --- 1.9 S SHABBONA [41.74, -88.88], 1.9 WNW SHABBONA GROVE [41.74, -88.86] 06/12/08 23:05 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 65 kt) 06/12/08 23:05 CST 0 Source: NWS Storm Survey
Numerous trees, some 60 feet tall, were broke off around 10 feet above the ground. Most of the trees were 1 to 2 feet in diameter. The path of tree damage was in the southwest part of Shabbona Lake State Park.
DE KALB COUNTY --- 2.2 SE FAIRDALE [42.08, -88.90]
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Location Date/Time Deaths & Property & Event Type and Details Injuries Crop Dmg 06/12/08 23:05 CST 0.10M Thunderstorm Wind (EG 70 kt) 06/12/08 23:05 CST 0 Source: Broadcast Media
The roof of a one story house was completely blown off and the east wall of the house was also blown down on Irene Road, about 2 miles south of Route 72. Trees were also blown down.
DE KALB COUNTY --- 2.1 S MALTA [41.90, -88.87] 06/12/08 23:07 CST 10K Thunderstorm Wind (EG 50 kt) 06/12/08 23:07 CST 0 Source: Law Enforcement
A semi truck was blown over near mile marker 86 on Interstate 88.
LA SALLE COUNTY --- MENDOTA [41.55, -89.12] 06/12/08 23:08 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 52 kt) 06/12/08 23:08 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
Wind gusts to 60 mph were estimated in Mendota.
MCHENRY COUNTY --- MARENGO [42.25, -88.60] 06/12/08 23:23 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 50 kt) 06/12/08 23:23 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
Four inch diameter tree limbs were blown down.
BOONE COUNTY --- 1.2 E IRENE [42.17, -88.88], 3.1 SW GARDEN PRAIRIE [42.22, -88.77] 06/12/08 23:30 CST 25K Tornado (EF1, L: 6.20 mi , W: 150 yd) 06/12/08 23:38 CST 0 Source: NWS Storm Survey
A tornado touched down southwest of the intersection of Bloods Point Road and Stone Quarry Road. The tornado snapped and uprooted trees and damaged or destroyed farm buildings. The tornado moved northeast and crossed Pearl Street where a hay barn collapsed and a large grain bin was damaged. The tornado passed over Route 4 near Huber Road then finally lifted southwest of Interstate 90 near Fruit Farm Road.
KANE COUNTY --- 1.7 ESE KANEVILLE [41.82, -88.49] 06/12/08 23:30 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 50 kt) 06/12/08 23:30 CST 0 Source: Emergency Manager
A tree was blown down near Seavey and Lorang Roads.
KANE COUNTY --- 0.8 E STARKS [42.08, -88.46] 06/12/08 23:34 CST 0 Hail (0.88 in) 06/12/08 23:36 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
Nickel size hail was reported near Route 20 and Route 47.
KANE COUNTY --- 0.8 E STARKS [42.08, -88.46] 06/12/08 23:35 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (MG 57 kt) 06/12/08 23:35 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
A wind gust to 66 mph was measured near Route 20 and Route 47.
KANE COUNTY --- 1.0 W HAMPSHIRE [42.10, -88.55] 06/12/08 23:35 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 50 kt) 06/12/08 23:35 CST 0 Source: Emergency Manager
A tree was blown down blocking a road.
MCHENRY COUNTY --- 0.4 SW CRYSTAL LAKE [42.23, -88.34] 06/12/08 23:35 CST 30K Thunderstorm Wind (EG 55 kt) 06/12/08 23:35 CST 0 Source: Newspaper
An 80 foot tall tree was blown down near Everett Avenue. The tree severely damaged a garage with minor damage to its contents, including two motorcycles and a pickup truck. Numerous tree limbs were blown down across Crystal Lake.
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MCHENRY COUNTY --- 1.4 NNE CRYSTAL LAKE [42.25, -88.32] 06/12/08 23:35 CST 1K Thunderstorm Wind (EG 55 kt) 06/12/08 23:35 CST 0 Source: Emergency Manager
Trees and power lines were blown down at Route 176 and Walkup Avenue.
KANE COUNTY --- 0.6 NW VIRGIL [41.96, -88.54] 06/12/08 23:37 CST 10K Thunderstorm Wind (EG 50 kt) 06/12/08 23:37 CST 0 Source: Law Enforcement
A tree was blown down onto a police car at Route 64 and Meredith Road.
KANE COUNTY --- 1.8 NNW DUNDEE [42.10, -88.32] 06/12/08 23:39 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 50 kt) 06/12/08 23:39 CST 0 Source: Fire Department/Rescue
Multiple tree limbs were blown down near Route 72 and Carrington Drive.
MCHENRY COUNTY --- 1.2 NNW CARY [42.22, -88.24] 06/12/08 23:55 CST 1K Thunderstorm Wind (EG 50 kt) 06/12/08 23:55 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
Numerous tree limbs were blown down and a utility pole was snapped in half.
KANE COUNTY --- 0.3 NNE GENEVA [41.88, -88.30] 06/13/08 00:00 CST 20K Thunderstorm Wind (EG 60 kt) 06/13/08 00:00 CST 1 0 Source: Newspaper
Several trees and tree limbs were blown down along Chalmers Street. One large tree was completely uprooted. Other tree limbs and power lines were blown down across the east side of Geneva. A van on Nebraska Street lost its back window when hit by a tree limb and a man in his 20s was hit in the head by the tree limb, requiring 20 stitches.
KANE COUNTY --- 0.6 SE BATAVIA [41.84, -88.31] 06/13/08 00:00 CST 5K Thunderstorm Wind (EG 50 kt) 06/13/08 00:00 CST 0 Source: Newspaper
A large tree limb fell onto the roof of a house causing minor damage.
LAKE COUNTY --- 1.2 SSE DEERFIELD ESTATES [42.15, -87.91] 06/13/08 00:10 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 52 kt) 06/13/08 00:10 CST 0 Source: Law Enforcement
Wind gusts were estimated to 60 mph.
KANE COUNTY --- 1.8 S MAPLE PARK [41.87, -88.60] 06/13/08 23:12 CST 10K Thunderstorm Wind (EG 50 kt) 06/13/08 23:12 CST 0 Source: Law Enforcement
A semi truck was blown over near mile marker 101 on Interstate 88.
Strong to severe thunderstorms moved across northern Illinois during the late evening of June 12th and the early morning of June 13th.
LAKE COUNTY --- 2.5 NW CHANNEL LAKE [42.50, -88.18], 0.5 WSW GRASS LAKE [42.43, -88.14], 3.8 W VOLO [42.32, -88.24], 4.8 W VOLO [42.32, -88.26], 4.4 W INGLESIDE [42.38, -88.27] 06/13/08 07:00 CST 0.50M Flood (due to Heavy Rain) 06/25/08 12:00 CST 0 Source: Emergency Manager
MCHENRY COUNTY --- 4.0 NE SPRING GROVE [42.49, -88.18], 2.5 NE FOX LAKE [42.43, -88.14], 1.8 N LAKEMOOR [42.36, -88.20], 2.5 WSW LAKEMOOR [42.32, -88.24], 2.4 S MC HENRY [42.32, -88.27], 0.6 W JOHNSBURG [42.38, -88.26]
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Location Date/Time Deaths & Property & Event Type and Details Injuries Crop Dmg 06/13/08 07:00 CST 0.25M Flood (due to Heavy Rain) 06/25/08 12:00 CST 0 Source: Emergency Manager
After a wet winter and spring, heavy rain fell in June causing moderate to major flooding on the Des Plaines and Fox Rivers in Lake and McHenry Counties in IL. June rainfall totals included 7.13 inches at Woodstock, 6.56 inches at Spring Grove, and 5.57 inches at Mundelein. Some parts of southern Wisconsin received 10 inches or more. Moderate flooding occurred on the Des Plaines at Russell from the 11th through the 13th mostly impacting park land. On the Fox River, the New Munster, WI river gage reached a record crest of 15.18 feet on the 15th. The gage at McHenry Lock and Dam tailwater crested at 6.8 feet on the 18th. This was the third highest on record. A total of 408 structures were affected in Lake County in the Chain of Lakes area, with 103 structures sustaining some damage. There was also extensive damage to Chain of Lakes State Park and wetlands areas which could cost up to 20 million dollars to repair. Downstream below the McHenry Lock and Dam in McHenry County, about 100 homes were affected by flood water in the Orchard Heights and Colby Point areas, with 50 sustaining some damage.
OGLE COUNTY --- 1.0 S OREGON [42.01, -89.33] 06/15/08 05:25 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 50 kt) 06/15/08 05:25 CST 0 Source: Law Enforcement
One tree was blown down.
DE KALB COUNTY --- SYCAMORE [41.98, -88.68] 06/15/08 05:59 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 50 kt) 06/15/08 05:59 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
Tree limbs five inches in diameter were blown down.
KANE COUNTY --- 1.6 NE BALDMOUND [41.86, -88.37] 06/15/08 06:10 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 55 kt) 06/15/08 06:10 CST 0 Source: Emergency Manager
Trees were blown down near Mill Creek Road and Fabyan Parkway.
DU PAGE COUNTY --- WEST CHICAGO [41.88, -88.20] 06/15/08 06:15 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 55 kt) 06/15/08 06:15 CST 0 Source: Emergency Manager
Several trees were blown down.
KANE COUNTY --- 2.4 WSW LOVEDALE [41.77, -88.39] 06/15/08 06:15 CST 5K Thunderstorm Wind (EG 50 kt) 06/15/08 06:15 CST 0 Source: Newspaper
A falling tree limb destroyed the bell housing on a one-room schoolhouse. An awning was also damaged.
KENDALL COUNTY --- 2.0 S LITTLE ROCK [41.69, -88.57] 06/15/08 06:20 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 50 kt) 06/15/08 06:20 CST 0 Source: Emergency Manager
One tree was blown down on Creek Road north of Miller Road.
DU PAGE COUNTY --- GLEN ELLYN [41.88, -88.07] 06/15/08 06:25 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 50 kt) 06/15/08 06:25 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
Several tree limbs 3 to 4 inches in diameter were blown down.
KENDALL COUNTY --- 0.7 E YORKVILLE [41.63, -88.44] 06/15/08 06:25 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 50 kt) 06/15/08 06:25 CST 0 Source: Emergency Manager
One tree was blown down near Route 126 and Crooked Creek Road.
DU PAGE COUNTY --- 0.7 NNE LISLE [41.81, -88.08]
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Location Date/Time Deaths & Property & Event Type and Details Injuries Crop Dmg 06/15/08 06:27 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 52 kt) 06/15/08 06:27 CST 0 Source: Emergency Manager
Wind gusts were estimated to 60 mph near Interstate 88 and Route 53.
DU PAGE COUNTY --- 1.0 SSW DOWNERS GROVE [41.79, -88.01] 06/15/08 06:28 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 55 kt) 06/15/08 06:28 CST 0 Source: Newspaper
A large portion of a tree was blown down blocking part of Main Street.
DU PAGE COUNTY --- LOMBARD [41.88, -88.02] 06/15/08 06:28 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (MG 56 kt) 06/15/08 06:28 CST 0 Source: Mesonet
A wind gust to 65 mph was measured in Lombard.
DU PAGE COUNTY --- NAPERVILLE [41.78, -88.15] 06/15/08 06:28 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 55 kt) 06/15/08 06:28 CST 0 Source: Emergency Manager
Numerous trees were blown down in Naperville.
DU PAGE COUNTY --- 1.1 SE BELMONT RD [41.79, -88.02] 06/15/08 06:29 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 55 kt) 06/15/08 06:29 CST 0 Source: NWS Employee
Tree limbs 6 to 10 inches in diameter were blown down near 55th and Middaugh Streets.
DU PAGE COUNTY --- LISLE [41.80, -88.08] 06/15/08 06:29 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 60 kt) 06/15/08 06:29 CST 0 Source: Emergency Manager
Trees were blown down citywide in Lisle.
DU PAGE COUNTY --- 1.0 N OAK BROOK [41.84, -87.97] 06/15/08 06:30 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 50 kt) 06/15/08 06:30 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
Several large tree limbs, six inches in diameter, were blown down near Interstate 88 and Midwest Road.
DU PAGE COUNTY --- 1.2 E WHEATON [41.87, -88.10] 06/15/08 06:30 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 55 kt) 06/15/08 06:30 CST 0 Source: Emergency Manager
Trees were blown down at Wheaton College.
DU PAGE COUNTY --- WARRENVILLE [41.82, -88.17] 06/15/08 06:30 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 60 kt) 06/15/08 06:30 CST 0 Source: Emergency Manager
Trees were blown down citywide in Warrenville.
DU PAGE COUNTY --- WESTMONT [41.80, -87.97] 06/15/08 06:30 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 55 kt) 06/15/08 06:30 CST 0 Source: Emergency Manager
Trees were blown down.
DU PAGE COUNTY --- 0.4 E LOMBARD [41.88, -88.01] 06/15/08 06:35 CST 3K Thunderstorm Wind (EG 55 kt) 06/15/08 06:35 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
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Numerous trees and power lines were blown down on the east side of Lombard.
WILL COUNTY --- 0.8 NNE LOCKPORT LEWIS ARPT [41.61, -88.08] 06/15/08 06:35 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 50 kt) 06/15/08 06:35 CST 0 Source: NWS Employee
One tree was blown down near Route 53 and Airport Road.
COOK COUNTY --- 1.0 NE BROADVIEW [41.86, -87.83] 06/15/08 06:40 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 60 kt) 06/15/08 06:40 CST 0 Source: Newspaper
A large tree limb was blown down at Loyola University Medical Center in Maywood.
COOK COUNTY --- LA GRANGE [41.82, -87.88] 06/15/08 06:40 CST 3K Thunderstorm Wind (EG 55 kt) 06/15/08 06:40 CST 0 Source: Newspaper
Trees, tree limbs and power lines were blown down in LaGrange.
COOK COUNTY --- 1.1 WSW RIVER FOREST [41.88, -87.80] 06/15/08 06:42 CST 10K Thunderstorm Wind (EG 60 kt) 06/15/08 06:42 CST 0 Source: Newspaper
Trees and large tree limbs were blown down along Wenonah Avenue. Trees and tree limbs were blown down across other parts of Oak Park. A large tree was uprooted along Clinton Avenue and fell onto a house causing damage to the roof and gutters.
COOK COUNTY --- RIVERSIDE [41.82, -87.78] 06/15/08 06:42 CST 10K Thunderstorm Wind (EG 60 kt) 06/15/08 06:42 CST 0 Source: Newspaper
Several trees and numerous tree limbs were blown down in Riverside. Part of a tree fell onto a house near Herrick Road.
COOK COUNTY --- CICERO [41.83, -87.73] 06/15/08 06:43 CST 0 Hail (0.75 in) 06/15/08 06:45 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
COOK COUNTY --- 0.5 SE HERMOSA [41.87, -87.76] 06/15/08 06:44 CST 0 Hail (1.00 in) 06/15/08 06:46 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
Quarter size hail was reported near Central Avenue and Van Buren.
COOK COUNTY --- CICERO [41.83, -87.73] 06/15/08 06:44 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 56 kt) 06/15/08 06:44 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
Wind gusts were estimated to 65 mph in Cicero.
COOK COUNTY --- 0.7 SW EVANSTON [42.04, -87.69] 06/15/08 06:45 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 55 kt) 06/15/08 06:45 CST 0 Source: Newspaper
The top of a large tree was blown to the ground along Ridge Avenue.
COOK COUNTY --- 0.9 ENE MERRIONETTE PARK [41.71, -87.69] 06/15/08 06:45 CST 3K Thunderstorm Wind (EG 55 kt) 06/15/08 06:45 CST 0 Source: Newspaper
Trees, tree limbs and power lines were blown down in the Beverly Park, Morgan Park and Mt. Greenwood communities.
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COOK COUNTY --- 1.1 N CORWITH [41.85, -87.72] 06/15/08 06:45 CST 10K Thunderstorm Wind (EG 60 kt) 06/15/08 06:45 CST 0 Source: County Official
A tree was blown down onto a couple of cars.
COOK COUNTY --- 1.3 E HERMOSA [41.88, -87.75] 06/15/08 06:45 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (MG 54 kt) 06/15/08 06:45 CST 0 Source: Mesonet
A wind gust to 64 mph was measured near Cicero Avenue and Washington Boulevard.
COOK COUNTY --- 1.4 E BERWYN [41.85, -87.72] 06/15/08 06:45 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (MG 58 kt) 06/15/08 06:45 CST 0 Source: Mesonet
A wind gust to 67 mph was measured in the Lawndale neighborhood of Chicago.
COOK COUNTY --- 1.2 N AUSTIN PARK [41.92, -87.75] 06/15/08 06:46 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (MG 56 kt) 06/15/08 06:46 CST 0 Source: Mesonet
A wind gust to 64 mph was measured near Cicero Avenue and Armitage Avenue.
COOK COUNTY --- 5.0 SW CHICAGO [41.78, -87.72] 06/15/08 06:48 CST 25K Thunderstorm Wind (EG 50 kt) 06/15/08 06:48 CST 0 Source: County Official
A tree was blown down onto multiple cars.
COOK COUNTY --- 0.7 SSE LYONS [41.81, -87.80] 06/15/08 06:55 CST 0.20M Thunderstorm Wind (EG 50 kt) 06/15/08 06:55 CST 0 Source: Newspaper
A live power line was blown down onto a metal fence. The fence began conducting electricity and sparks jumped from the fence to the aluminum siding of a house. The sparks started a fire which destroyed the house.
Strong to severe thunderstorms moved from eastern Iowa across northern Illinois during the morning hours of June 15th producing mainly wind damage. In the City of Chicago, more than 900 trees suffered some amount of damage, 29 light poles were damaged and 70 power lines were blown down.
LA SALLE COUNTY --- PERU [41.33, -89.13] 06/15/08 13:42 CST 0 Hail (0.88 in) 06/15/08 13:48 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
Nickel size hail lasted for six minutes.
LA SALLE COUNTY --- PERU [41.33, -89.13] 06/15/08 13:49 CST 0 Hail (1.00 in) 06/15/08 13:51 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
LA SALLE COUNTY --- 0.3 ENE LA SALLE [41.33, -89.09] 06/15/08 14:04 CST 0 Hail (0.75 in) 06/15/08 14:06 CST 0 Source: Public
Penny size hail was reported near Route 351 and Route 6.
LA SALLE COUNTY --- PERU [41.33, -89.13] 06/15/08 14:04 CST 0 Hail (0.88 in) 06/15/08 14:06 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
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LA SALLE COUNTY --- LA SALLE [41.33, -89.10] 06/15/08 14:06 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 55 kt) 06/15/08 14:06 CST 0 Source: Public
Five to six inch diameter tree limbs were blown down.
LA SALLE COUNTY --- OGLESBEY [41.30, -89.07] 06/15/08 14:19 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 55 kt) 06/15/08 14:19 CST 0 Source: Emergency Manager
Tree limbs were blown down across Oglesby.
WILL COUNTY --- MONEE [41.42, -87.73] 06/15/08 14:19 CST 0 Hail (0.75 in) 06/15/08 14:21 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
WILL COUNTY --- JOLIET [41.53, -88.10] 06/15/08 14:24 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (MG 55 kt) 06/15/08 14:24 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
Large tree limbs were blown down on the west side of Joliet with a measured wind gust to 63 mph.
WILL COUNTY --- 2.0 SE PLAINFIELD [41.58, -88.17] 06/15/08 14:34 CST 0 Hail (0.88 in) 06/15/08 14:36 CST 0 Source: Amateur Radio
WILL COUNTY --- CREST HILL [41.57, -88.15] 06/15/08 14:39 CST 0 Hail (0.75 in) 06/15/08 14:41 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
GRUNDY COUNTY --- COAL CITY [41.28, -88.28] 06/15/08 14:42 CST 0 Hail (0.88 in) 06/15/08 14:44 CST 0 Source: Emergency Manager
LIVINGSTON COUNTY --- 0.9 NNE DWIGHT [41.09, -88.42] 06/15/08 14:50 CST 10K Thunderstorm Wind (EG 60 kt) 06/15/08 14:50 CST 0 Source: Newspaper
A large tree was snapped off a few feet above the ground. The tree landed on a house causing damage.
FORD COUNTY --- GIBSON CITY [40.47, -88.37] 06/15/08 15:30 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 60 kt) 06/15/08 15:30 CST 0 Source: Newspaper
Trees and tree limbs were blown down.
LIVINGSTON COUNTY --- FAIRBURY [40.75, -88.52] 06/15/08 15:30 CST 10K Thunderstorm Wind (EG 60 kt) 06/15/08 15:30 CST 0 Source: Newspaper
A huge tree fell against a house in Fairbury causing significant damage to the front of the house.
FORD COUNTY --- PAXTON [40.47, -88.10] 06/15/08 15:34 CST 25K Thunderstorm Wind (EG 70 kt) 06/15/08 15:36 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
Wind gusts were estimated to 80 mph. Trees, tree limbs and power lines were blown down across all of Paxton. Tin siding was blown off of a building.
FORD COUNTY --- MELVIN [40.57, -88.23]
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Location Date/Time Deaths & Property & Event Type and Details Injuries Crop Dmg 06/15/08 15:35 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 60 kt) 06/15/08 15:35 CST 0 Source: Newspaper
Trees, tree limbs and power lines were blown down across Melvin.
FORD COUNTY --- 2.1 SSE PAXTON ARPT [40.42, -88.12] 06/15/08 15:36 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 70 kt) 06/15/08 15:36 CST 0 Source: Law Enforcement
Wind gusts were estimated to 80 mph.
IROQUOIS COUNTY --- CRESCENT CITY [40.77, -87.87] 06/15/08 15:40 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 60 kt) 06/15/08 15:40 CST 0 Source: Newspaper
Trees and tree limbs were blown down across Crescent City.
KANKAKEE COUNTY --- ST ANNE [41.02, -87.72] 06/15/08 15:40 CST 2K Thunderstorm Wind (EG 55 kt) 06/15/08 15:40 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
Tree limbs and power lines were blown down.
IROQUOIS COUNTY --- LODA [40.52, -88.07] 06/15/08 15:58 CST 10K Thunderstorm Wind (EG 55 kt) 06/15/08 15:58 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
A home was damaged in Loda.
Strong to severe thunderstorms developed across northern and central Illinois during the afternoon hours of June 15th.
MCHENRY COUNTY --- 1.9 NE HUNTLEY [42.19, -88.39] 06/20/08 09:52 CST 0 Hail (0.88 in) 06/20/08 09:54 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
Nickel size hail was reported 1.9 miles northeast of Huntley.
MCHENRY COUNTY --- CARY [42.20, -88.23] 06/20/08 09:55 CST 0 Hail (0.88 in) 06/20/08 10:05 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
Penny to nickel size hail lasting 10 minutes was reported in Cary.
MCHENRY COUNTY --- CRYSTAL LAKE [42.23, -88.33] 06/20/08 10:07 CST 0 Hail (1.00 in) 06/20/08 10:10 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
MCHENRY COUNTY --- ALGONQUIN [42.17, -88.28] 06/20/08 10:13 CST 0 Hail (0.88 in) 06/20/08 10:15 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
MCHENRY COUNTY --- 2.0 W HARVARD [42.42, -88.66] 06/20/08 14:24 CST 0 Hail (0.75 in) 06/20/08 14:25 CST 0 Source: Public
LAKE COUNTY --- 1.0 NW BENET LAKE [42.49, -88.10] 06/20/08 15:54 CST 0 Hail (0.75 in) 06/20/08 15:55 CST 0 Source: Emergency Manager
Penny size hail was reported at Route 83 and North Avenue.
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DU PAGE COUNTY --- 0.4 WSW WARRENVILLE [41.82, -88.18] 06/20/08 16:25 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 50 kt) 06/20/08 16:25 CST 0 Source: NWS Employee
A tree was blown down onto a house near Warren Avenue and Warrenville Road.
Strong to severe storms moved across parts of northeast Illinois during the late morning and afternoon hours of June 20th.
IROQUOIS COUNTY --- GILMAN [40.77, -87.98] 06/21/08 10:14 CST 0 Hail (1.00 in) 06/21/08 10:16 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
KANKAKEE COUNTY --- 2.2 NW WEST KANKAKEE [41.14, -87.93] 06/21/08 10:15 CST 5K Lightning 06/21/08 10:15 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
A house was struck by lightning on Wiley Ridge Road and suffered minor damage.
KANKAKEE COUNTY --- 0.2 SE MOMENCE [41.17, -87.67] 06/21/08 10:22 CST 2K Thunderstorm Wind (EG 55 kt) 06/21/08 10:22 CST 0 Source: Emergency Manager
A tree and power lines were blown down on Fifth Street.
COOK COUNTY --- BURBANK [41.73, -87.77] 06/21/08 13:05 CST 0 Hail (0.75 in) 06/21/08 13:06 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
Pea to penny size hail was reported in Burbank.
Strong to severe storms moved across northern Illinois during the late morning and afternoon hours of June 21st.
COOK COUNTY --- 0.8 NNW MORTON GROVE [42.04, -87.78] 06/22/08 16:17 CST 0 Hail (1.00 in) 06/22/08 16:19 CST 0 Source: Emergency Manager
Quarter size hail was reported at Dempster and Austin Avenue.
COOK COUNTY --- 1.0 E LINCOLNWOOD [42.02, -87.71] 06/22/08 16:20 CST 0 Hail (0.75 in) 06/22/08 16:30 CST 0 Source: Public
Penny size hail was reported for ten minutes.
COOK COUNTY --- 2.8 NNE AVONDALE [42.01, -87.67] 06/22/08 16:24 CST 0 Hail (0.88 in) 06/22/08 16:26 CST 0 Source: Public
Nickel size hail was reported in the Rogers Park Neighborhood.
Strong to severe storms moved across parts of northeast Illinois during the afternoon hours of June 22nd.
WINNEBAGO COUNTY --- 2.0 NW PECATONICA [42.32, -89.38] 06/28/08 13:20 CST 0 Hail (0.88 in) 06/28/08 13:20 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
MCHENRY COUNTY --- UNION [42.23, -88.53] 06/28/08 13:52 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (MG 54 kt) 06/28/08 13:52 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
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LEE COUNTY --- 2.6 WNW LEE CENTER [41.76, -89.33] 06/28/08 14:00 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 60 kt) 06/28/08 14:00 CST 0 Source: Emergency Manager
Trees 10 to 24 inches in diameter were snapped off near Route 52 and Route 30.
DE KALB COUNTY --- DE KALB MUNI ARPT [41.93, -88.72] 06/28/08 14:19 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (MG 64 kt) 06/28/08 14:19 CST 0 Source: AWOS
Winds gusted to 74 mph at the DeKalb Airport.
DE KALB COUNTY --- DE KALB [41.93, -88.75] 06/28/08 14:20 CST 0 Hail (0.75 in) 06/28/08 14:21 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
Penny size hail was reported just north of downtown DeKalb.
KANE COUNTY --- ELBURN [41.88, -88.47] 06/28/08 14:26 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 50 kt) 06/28/08 14:26 CST 0 Source: COOP Observer
Several trees were blown down.
LA SALLE COUNTY --- MENDOTA [41.55, -89.12] 06/28/08 14:37 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 55 kt) 06/28/08 14:37 CST 0 Source: Law Enforcement
Trees 18 inches in diameter were blown down.
COOK COUNTY --- 2.0 SSW PLUM GROVE ESTATES [42.04, -88.04] 06/28/08 14:40 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 50 kt) 06/28/08 14:40 CST 0 Source: Newspaper
A freestanding wall of a partially demolished building was blown down on Woodfield Road. No damage or injuries were reported.
DU PAGE COUNTY --- WAYNE [41.95, -88.25] 06/28/08 14:40 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 55 kt) 06/28/08 14:40 CST 0 Source: Emergency Manager
Trees were blown down.
KANE COUNTY --- GENEVA [41.88, -88.30] 06/28/08 14:45 CST 3K Thunderstorm Wind (EG 50 kt) 06/28/08 14:45 CST 0 Source: Amateur Radio
Numerous tree limbs and power lines were blown down.
KANE COUNTY --- ST CHARLES [41.92, -88.32] 06/28/08 14:45 CST 3K Thunderstorm Wind (EG 50 kt) 06/28/08 14:45 CST 0 Source: Amateur Radio
Numerous tree limbs and power lines were blown down.
LAKE COUNTY --- WAUCONDA [42.27, -88.13] 06/28/08 14:45 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 50 kt) 06/28/08 14:45 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
A 50 foot tall temporary tower was blown over.
DU PAGE COUNTY --- 0.8 SE WOOD DALE [41.96, -87.96]
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Location Date/Time Deaths & Property & Event Type and Details Injuries Crop Dmg 06/28/08 14:53 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 50 kt) 06/28/08 14:53 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
Tree limbs as large as seven inches in diameter were blown down near Route 83 and Irving Park Road.
COOK COUNTY --- 2.8 S EVANSTON [42.01, -87.67] 06/28/08 15:05 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 56 kt) 06/28/08 15:05 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
Tree limbs eight to ten inches in diameter were blown down in Rogers Park. Wind gusts were estimated to 65 mph.
COOK COUNTY --- EVANSTON [42.05, -87.68] 06/28/08 15:05 CST 5K Thunderstorm Wind (EG 50 kt) 06/28/08 15:05 CST 6 0 Source: Law Enforcement
Trees, tree limbs and power lines were blown down. Six people suffered minor injuries when numerous tents were blown down at an art fair.
KENDALL COUNTY --- PLANO [41.67, -88.53] 06/28/08 15:07 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 50 kt) 06/28/08 15:07 CST 0 Source: Emergency Manager
Trees were blown down in Plano.
COOK COUNTY --- 8.0 NNW CHICAGO [41.94, -87.71] 06/28/08 15:15 CST 3K Thunderstorm Wind (EG 50 kt) 06/28/08 15:15 CST 0 Source: Amateur Radio
Trees and power lines were blown down on the northwest side of Chicago.
COOK COUNTY --- EVANSTON [42.05, -87.68] 06/28/08 16:23 CST 0 Hail (1.00 in) 06/28/08 16:26 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
Penny to quarter size hail was reported in Evanston.
Strong to severe storms moved across northern Illinois during the afternoon hours of of June 28th.
INDIANA, Northwest
BENTON COUNTY --- FOWLER [40.62, -87.32] 06/03/08 22:16 EST 0 Hail (0.88 in) 06/03/08 22:18 EST 0 Source: Emergency Manager
BENTON COUNTY --- FOWLER [40.62, -87.32] 06/03/08 22:19 EST 0 Hail (1.00 in) 06/03/08 22:21 EST 0 Source: Emergency Manager
Strong to severe thunderstorms moved across parts of Northwest Indiana during the late evening of June 3rd.
JASPER COUNTY --- 2.0 NNW REMINGTON [40.80, -87.16] 06/04/08 18:09 CST 0 Hail (1.00 in) 06/04/08 18:11 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
NEWTON COUNTY --- 1.0 W MT AYR [40.95, -87.30] 06/04/08 19:35 CST 0 Hail (1.00 in) 06/04/08 19:37 CST 0 Source: Emergency Manager
LAKE COUNTY --- GRIFFITH [41.53, -87.43]
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Location Date/Time Deaths & Property & Event Type and Details Injuries Crop Dmg 06/04/08 21:05 CST 0 Hail (0.88 in) 06/04/08 21:07 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
JASPER COUNTY --- 2.0 E FAIR OAKS [41.08, -87.21] 06/04/08 22:18 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 50 kt) 06/04/08 22:18 CST 0 Source: Law Enforcement
A tree was blown down.
NEWTON COUNTY --- 2.9 W LAKE VLG ARPT [41.15, -87.53], 2.6 NE ROSELAWN [41.17, -87.28], 1.3 SSW GOODLAND [40.75, -87.29], 0.3 NNW EFFNER [40.75, -87.52] 06/04/08 23:57 CST 0 Flash Flood (due to Heavy Rain) 06/05/08 04:45 CST 0 Source: Law Enforcement
Numerous roads were closed throughout Newton County due to high water and flooding from heavy rain.
JASPER COUNTY --- 1.4 NE FORREST CITY [41.22, -87.25], 1.5 NE WHEATFIELD [41.22, -87.03], 2.0 SSE WHEATFIELD [41.18, -87.03], 1.9 SSE FORREST CITY [41.18, -87.25] 06/05/08 01:06 CST 0 Flash Flood (due to Heavy Rain) 06/05/08 04:45 CST 0 Source: Law Enforcement
Roads were closed in Wheatfield and DeMotte due to flooding. Basement flooding was also reported. Two miles south of Wheatfield, 4.48 inches of rainfall was measured with 4.1 inches falling in just two and a half hours.
LAKE COUNTY --- LOWELL [41.28, -87.42] 06/05/08 05:05 CST 0 Heavy Rain 06/05/08 05:05 CST 0 Source: Broadcast Media
Four inches of storm total rainfall was measured in Lowell.
Severe thunderstorms developed across parts of central Illinois and west central Indiana during the evening hours of June 4th and then moved northeast across northwest Indiana through the early morning hours of June 5th. Heavy rain and flash flooding was also reported.
LAKE COUNTY --- 0.8 ENE WHITING [41.68, -87.49] 06/08/08 12:10 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 70 kt) 06/08/08 12:10 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
A trained spotter was in Whiting Park along Lake Michigan when a severe line of thunderstorms moved through. Winds were estimated at 80 mph with a gustnado observed.
PORTER COUNTY --- CHESTERTON [41.60, -87.05] 06/08/08 13:15 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 50 kt) 06/08/08 13:15 CST 0 Source: Emergency Manager
Eight inch diameter tree limbs were blown down.
Strong to severe thunderstorms moved across northwest Indiana during the early afternoon hours of June 8th.
NEWTON COUNTY --- LAKE VLG [41.13, -87.45] 06/15/08 15:45 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 50 kt) 06/15/08 15:45 CST 0 Source: Law Enforcement
Tree limbs were blown down.
NEWTON COUNTY --- MAROCCO [40.95, -87.45] 06/15/08 16:00 CST 3K Thunderstorm Wind (EG 55 kt) 06/15/08 16:00 CST 0 Source: Law Enforcement
Tree limbs and power lines were blown down.
JASPER COUNTY --- RENSSELAER [40.93, -87.15]
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Location Date/Time Deaths & Property & Event Type and Details Injuries Crop Dmg 06/15/08 16:16 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 55 kt) 06/15/08 16:16 CST 0 Source: Law Enforcement
A few trees were blown down.
BENTON COUNTY --- BOSWELL [40.52, -87.38] 06/15/08 17:13 EST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 61 kt) 06/15/08 17:14 EST 0 Source: Law Enforcement
Numerous trees were blown down.
BENTON COUNTY --- OXFORD [40.52, -87.25] 06/15/08 17:16 EST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 55 kt) 06/15/08 17:16 EST 0 Source: Law Enforcement
One large tree was blown down in Oxford.
Strong to severe thunderstorms developed over east central Illinois and moved east across northwest Indiana during the late afternoon hours of June 15th.
JASPER COUNTY --- 3.9 SSW COLLEGEVILLE [40.87, -87.15] 06/21/08 09:23 CST 0 Hail (1.25 in) 06/21/08 09:26 CST 0 Source: Law Enforcement
Hail to the size of half dollars was reported near Highway 231 and Route 16.
JASPER COUNTY --- 2.7 SSE COLLEGEVILLE [40.88, -87.12] 06/21/08 09:28 CST 0 Hail (1.00 in) 06/21/08 09:30 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
Quarter size hail was reported near 900 South and 380 West.
JASPER COUNTY --- 1.0 N MC COYSBURG [40.93, -87.02] 06/21/08 09:41 CST 0 Hail (1.25 in) 06/21/08 09:44 CST 0 Source: Law Enforcement
Hail to the size of half dollars was reported along Route 114.
LAKE COUNTY --- 1.3 ENE DINWIDDIE [41.29, -87.30] 06/21/08 10:45 CST 0 Thunderstorm Wind (EG 55 kt) 06/21/08 10:45 CST 0 Source: NWS Storm Survey
An eight to ten inch diameter tree limb was snapped.
Strong to severe storms moved across parts of northwest Indiana during the late morning and early afternoon hours of June 21st.
NEWTON COUNTY --- 2.7 ENE THAYER [41.19, -87.29] 06/22/08 11:44 CST 0 Hail (0.75 in) 06/22/08 11:46 CST 0 Source: Law Enforcement
Penny size hail was reported near mile marker 233 on Interstate 65.
PORTER COUNTY --- VALPARAISO [41.47, -87.05] 06/22/08 11:44 CST 0 Hail (1.00 in) 06/22/08 11:46 CST 0 Source: Emergency Manager
PORTER COUNTY --- 1.0 SE VALPARAISO [41.46, -87.04] 06/22/08 11:49 CST 0 Hail (0.88 in) 06/22/08 11:51 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
JASPER COUNTY --- 1.0 SW DEMOTTE [41.19, -87.21]
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Location Date/Time Deaths & Property & Event Type and Details Injuries Crop Dmg 06/22/08 11:54 CST 0 Hail (1.00 in) 06/22/08 11:56 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
PORTER COUNTY --- VALPARAISO [41.47, -87.05] 06/22/08 11:54 CST 0 Hail (1.00 in) 06/22/08 11:56 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
Penny to quarter size hail was reported.
JASPER COUNTY --- 2.0 SSW DEMOTTE [41.17, -87.21] 06/22/08 11:59 CST 0 Hail (1.75 in) 06/22/08 12:03 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
JASPER COUNTY --- 5.3 NNW WHEATFIELD [41.27, -87.09] 06/22/08 12:06 CST 0 Hail (0.75 in) 06/22/08 12:08 CST 0 Source: Public
JASPER COUNTY --- 0.7 S WHEATFIELD [41.19, -87.05] 06/22/08 12:09 CST 0 Hail (1.00 in) 06/22/08 12:11 CST 0 Source: Public
JASPER COUNTY --- RENSSELAER [40.93, -87.15] 06/22/08 12:21 CST 0 Hail (0.75 in) 06/22/08 12:23 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
LAKE COUNTY --- 3.0 E GARY [41.62, -87.29] 06/22/08 17:04 CST 0 Hail (0.75 in) 06/22/08 17:06 CST 0 Source: Public
Strong to severe storms moved across northwest Indiana during the afternoon hours of June 22nd.
LAKE MICHIGAN
CALUMET HARBOR IL TO GARY IN COUNTY --- 3.6 SSW CALUMET HARBOR [41.73, -87.54] 06/08/08 11:24 CST 0 Marine Thunderstorm Wind (MG 36 kt) 06/08/08 11:30 CST 0 Source: C-MAN Station
NORTHERLY ISLAND TO CALUMET HARBOR IL COUNTY --- 3.6 SSW CALUMET HARBOR [41.73, -87.54] 06/08/08 11:24 CST 0 Marine Thunderstorm Wind (MG 36 kt) 06/08/08 11:30 CST 0 Source: C-MAN Station
WILMETTE HARBOR TO NORTHERLY ISLAND IL COUNTY --- HARRISON-DEVER CRIB [41.90, -87.60] 06/08/08 11:50 CST 0 Marine Thunderstorm Wind (MG 66 kt) 06/08/08 11:50 CST 0 Source: C-MAN Station
BURNS HARBOR TO MICHIGAN CITY IN COUNTY --- 3.6 W BURNS HARBOR [41.65, -87.15] 06/08/08 12:07 CST 0 Marine Thunderstorm Wind (MG 38 kt) 06/08/08 12:30 CST 0 Source: C-MAN Station
GARY TO BURNS HARBOR IN COUNTY --- 3.6 W BURNS HARBOR [41.65, -87.15] 06/08/08 12:07 CST 0 Marine Thunderstorm Wind (MG 38 kt) 06/08/08 12:30 CST 0 Source: C-MAN Station
CALUMET HARBOR IL TO GARY IN COUNTY --- 3.1 SW INDIANA HARBOR [41.68, -87.48]
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Location Date/Time Deaths & Property & Event Type and Details Injuries Crop Dmg 06/08/08 12:10 CST 0 Marine Thunderstorm Wind (EG 70 kt) 06/08/08 12:10 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
A trained spotter at Whiting Park estimated wind gusts to 80 mph.
CALUMET HARBOR IL TO GARY IN COUNTY --- 3.1 SW INDIANA HARBOR [41.68, -87.49], 3.0 SW INDIANA HARBOR [41.68, -87.48] 06/08/08 12:10 CST 0 Waterspout 06/08/08 12:11 CST 0 Source: Trained Spotter
A trained spotter at Whiting Park observed a brief waterspout over Lake Michigan as a strong line of thunderstorms moved through.
Strong to severe storms moved across southern Lake Michigan during the late morning and early afternoon hours of June 8th.
WILMETTE HARBOR TO NORTHERLY ISLAND IL COUNTY --- HARRISON-DEVER CRIB [41.90, -87.60] 06/08/08 21:30 CST 0 Marine Thunderstorm Wind (MG 45 kt) 06/08/08 21:40 CST 0 Source: C-MAN Station
Wind gusts were measured to 45 knots for 10 minutes.
Strong to severe thunderstorms moved across southern Lake Michigan during the late evening hours of June 8th.
WILMETTE HARBOR TO NORTHERLY ISLAND IL COUNTY --- HARRISON-DEVER CRIB [41.90, -87.60] 06/13/08 00:40 CST 0 Marine Thunderstorm Wind (MG 53 kt) 06/13/08 00:40 CST 0 Source: C-MAN Station
Strong to severe thunderstorms moved across southern Lake Michigan during the early morning hours of June 13th.
WILMETTE HARBOR TO NORTHERLY ISLAND IL COUNTY --- HARRISON-DEVER CRIB [41.90, -87.60] 06/15/08 06:55 CST 0 Marine Thunderstorm Wind (MG 58 kt) 06/15/08 06:55 CST 0 Source: C-MAN Station
BURNS HARBOR TO MICHIGAN CITY IN COUNTY --- 3.6 W BURNS HARBOR [41.65, -87.15] 06/15/08 07:20 CST 0 Marine Thunderstorm Wind (MG 48 kt) 06/15/08 07:20 CST 0 Source: C-MAN Station
GARY TO BURNS HARBOR IN COUNTY --- 3.6 W BURNS HARBOR [41.65, -87.15] 06/15/08 07:20 CST 0 Marine Thunderstorm Wind (MG 48 kt) 06/15/08 07:20 CST 0 Source: C-MAN Station
BURNS HARBOR TO MICHIGAN CITY IN COUNTY --- MICHIGAN CITY [41.72, -86.90] 06/15/08 07:30 CST 0 Marine Thunderstorm Wind (MG 56 kt) 06/15/08 07:30 CST 0 Source: C-MAN Station
Strong to severe thunderstorms moved across southern Lake Michigan during the morning hours of June 15th.
WILMETTE HARBOR TO NORTHERLY ISLAND IL COUNTY --- HARRISON-DEVER CRIB [41.90, -87.60] 06/20/08 17:05 CST 0 Marine Thunderstorm Wind (MG 37 kt) 06/20/08 17:05 CST 0 Source: C-MAN Station
Strong storms moved across southern Lake Michigan during the afternoon of June 20th.
BURNS HARBOR TO MICHIGAN CITY IN COUNTY --- MICHIGAN CITY [41.72, -86.90] 06/22/08 17:25 CST 0 Marine Thunderstorm Wind (MG 41 kt) 06/22/08 17:30 CST 0 Source: C-MAN Station
Strong to severe storms moved across southern Lake Michigan during the early afternoon of June 22nd.
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Location Date/Time Deaths & Property & Event Type and Details Injuries Crop Dmg
WINTHROP HARBOR TO WILMETTE HARBOR IL COUNTY --- 1.2 SE WAUKEGAN HARBOR [42.36, -87.81] 06/28/08 14:30 CST 0 Marine Thunderstorm Wind (MG 48 kt) 06/28/08 14:30 CST 0 Source: C-MAN Station
BURNS HARBOR TO MICHIGAN CITY IN COUNTY --- 3.6 W BURNS HARBOR [41.65, -87.15] 06/28/08 16:27 CST 0 Marine Thunderstorm Wind (MG 40 kt) 06/28/08 16:30 CST 0 Source: C-MAN Station
GARY TO BURNS HARBOR IN COUNTY --- 3.6 W BURNS HARBOR [41.65, -87.15] 06/28/08 16:27 CST 0 Marine Thunderstorm Wind (MG 40 kt) 06/28/08 16:30 CST 0 Source: C-MAN Station
BURNS HARBOR TO MICHIGAN CITY IN COUNTY --- MICHIGAN CITY [41.72, -86.90] 06/28/08 16:40 CST 0 Marine Thunderstorm Wind (MG 54 kt) 06/28/08 16:40 CST 0 Source: C-MAN Station
Strong to severe storms moved across southern Lake Michigan during the afternoon hours of June 28th.
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Location Date/Time Deaths & Property & Event Type and Details Injuries Crop Dmg
ILLINOIS, Northeast
WINNEBAGO COUNTY --- 1.5 SSE ROSCOE [42.40, -89.01], 2.0 SSW LOVES PARK [42.29, -89.06], 2.0 SW LOVES PARK [42.30, -89.08], 2.0 NW LOVES PARK [42.34, -89.08], 2.0 SE ROCKTON [42.43, -89.04], 0.5 N ROSCOE [42.43, -89.02] 07/01/08 00:00 CST 0 Flood (due to Heavy Rain) 07/06/08 17:00 CST 0 Source: NWS Storm Survey
Area streams were already running above normal due to heavy runoff from a wet winter and spring. Additional heavy rain in June caused moderate to major flooding of rivers. June rainfall amounts included 8.87 inches at Shirland, 6.16 inches in Roscoe, and 6.27 inches at Rockford. Even heavier rain, in excess of 10 inches, fell in southern Wisconsin. By June 10 the Rock River at Rockton reached moderate flood stage of 11 feet. It crested at 14.72 feet on the 18th. This was the second highest crest on record. Downstream the river crested at 14.23 feet at Latham Park. The moderate to major flooding continued through the end of June and into July. The Pecotonica River at Shirland reached moderate flood levels of 15 feet on June 16 and subsided below that level on the 18th. The hardest hit area was along the Rock River from Roscoe through Machesney Park and Loves Park, where many homes and garages were inundated with flood water. There were 35 homes impacted in the Edgemeer subdivision in Roscoe Township and about a dozen homes in Loves Park. The hardest hit area was Machesney Park where 600 homes had major damage. See June 2008 for damages.
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