Reported tornado in Lena, Illinois, causes major damage; town is shut down

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Community Watch System Admin Verified Rancho Cordova, CA 95742 Apr 18, 2026 1:00 am

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A reported tornado in Lena, Illinois, about 47 miles west of Rockford, has caused extensive storm damage, including possibly to schools that had students inside at the time.

Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/tornado-lena-illinois-damage-schools/

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