Storm Chase Details
Chase Date: June 17, 2026
Miles Logged: 374
States Chased: IL
Tornadoes Witnessed: 2
Highest Wind Encountered: 60 MPH
Spotter Network Reports: 1
Severe Risks: SPC Outlooks
Severe Reports: Storm Reports
Miles Logged: 374
States Chased: IL
Tornadoes Witnessed: 2
Highest Wind Encountered: 60 MPH
Spotter Network Reports: 1
Severe Risks: SPC Outlooks
Severe Reports: Storm Reports
A highly advertised highly sheared day which was apparent on models from almost a week out. We made the trek for the potentially big day in Illinois on Wednesday the 17th.
Arriving into Chicago
We came from South Dakota, staying in Sioux Falls the night before. The long trek down I-90 through Minnesota and into Wisconsin was broken up with a trip to the Jolly Green Giant in Blue Earth, Minnesota.
Departing Chicago for Springfield
Blue Mound Illinois Tornado
We parked at
