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Articles tagged “Will County

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Storm Season

June 11, 2026 Severe Thunderstorm Warning Hits Chicago Metro — What Homeowners Should Do Now

On June 11, 2026, the National Weather Service in Chicago issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Will County, IL and Lake County, IN, with radar-indicated wind gusts up to 60 mph and hail up to 0.75 inches in diameter. Communities including Merrillville, Crown Point, Schererville, and Hobart were directly in the storm's path as it moved east at 40 mph. If your home is in the affected area, the time to assess damage and begin documentation is now. Vulcan Construction serves the greater Chicago market and is ready to help homeowners understand what comes next.

June 11, 20267 min read
Storm Season

June 10, 2026 Tornado Warning Hits Chicago Metro — What Homeowners Should Do Now

On June 10, 2026, the National Weather Service in Chicago issued a Tornado Warning for southeastern Kendall County, west central Will County, and northeastern Grundy County, with a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado located near Morris moving east at 50 mph. The warning was in effect from 3:22 PM CDT until 3:45 PM CDT, with radar-indicated rotation posing a serious threat of flying debris to affected communities. If your home sits in or near the warned area, a thorough roof and exterior inspection is not optional — it is the first step toward protecting your property and your insurance claim. Vulcan Construction serves the greater Chicago market and is ready to help homeowners assess damage and move forward.

June 10, 20267 min read

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