Illinois: Tornado warning issued for Orland Park, Mokena, Tinley Park, New Lenox and Frankfort

A tornado warning has been issued for Orland Park, Mokena, Tinley Park, New Lenox, and Frankfort in Illinois due to severe weather.

Updated on: Mar 20, 2025, 04:10:21 IST

By Vaishnavi Vaidyanathan

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A tornado warning has been issued for Orland Park, Mokena, Tinley Park, New Lenox, and Frankfort in Illinois due to severe weather and thunderstorms affecting the state.

A tornado warning has been issued for parts of Illinois. (UnSplash)

The National Weather Service (NWS) issued an alert stating “a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located over Mokena, moving northeast at 45 mph. Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely."

“This dangerous storm will be near Frankfort Square, Homer Glen, Tinley Park, Orland Park, Frankfort, and Mokena around 5:15 PM CDT.”

This is a breaking news story and will be updated with more information

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Vaishnavi Vaidyanathan
Vaishnavi Vaidyanathan leads the US Desk at Hindustan Times, where she writes, strategises coverage, and ensures quality across all beats. With eight years of experience covering US news for leading publications, she has reported extensively on politics, entertainment, and sports. Vaishnavi holds a graduate degree in English, Journalism, and Psychology, and completed her PG Diploma in Broadcast Journalism from the Manorama School of Communication, where she was awarded the prestigious Mammen Mappillai Award for Best Outgoing Student. She began her career at the International Business Times (US Edition), covering US breaking news, politics, and entertainment. She later joined Opoyi, reporting across all beats, including US sports and trending stories. Prior to Hindustan Times, she served as World Lead at Times Now News, covering comprehensive world news and events. Vaishnavi has expertise in politics, entertainment, and breaking news, and enjoys tackling stories across a wide range of topics. Beyond the newsroom, she is an avid traveller, a foodie who loves exploring new restaurants, and a pop culture enthusiast who enjoys watching latest shows and films. She also enjoys engaging in debates and discussions on Reddit.Read More

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