Powerful storms struck the northeastern portion of the American Midwest today, outing power and other services across Illinois, Ohio and southern Michigan. The storm has been categorized as a "derecho," defining it as a large thunderstorm that includes winds at sustained speeds of at least 58 mph. AccuWeather.com has cited the wind speeds of this specific storm reaching 70 mph.
Severe Storms Out Power, Service in Midwest
Powerful storms struck the northeastern portion of the American Midwest today, outing power and other services across Illinois, Ohio and southern Michigan. The storm has been categorized as a "derecho," defining it as a large thunderstorm that includes winds at sustained speeds of at least 58 mph. AccuWeather.com has cited the wind speeds of this specific storm reaching 70 mph.