1 thunderstorm wind, as filed by the National Weather Service.
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The Chicago radar (KLOT), 75 km away, was scanning. The volume nearest the first event began at 21:03 UTC.
1 thunderstorm wind. Local standard time, as filed.
Strong thunderstorm winds downed trees, ripped barn roof off, and blew over a fuel storage tank. Nickel size hail also reported.
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