Chicago Area Hit by Tornadoes, Causing Damage and Uprooting Trees

Live Footage Captures Tornado Touchdown Near O'Hare Airport

Multiple Tornadoes Report in the Region

At least three tornadoes have touched down in the Chicago area on Wednesday night, causing damage to homes and uprooting trees. The National Weather Service has confirmed the reports.

NBC 5 Storm Team Chief Meteorologist Brant Miller captured dramatic live footage of a tornado appearing to touch down near O'Hare International Airport. The footage showed a dark funnel cloud descending from the sky.

A powerful storm system moved across the Midwest on Monday, spawning multiple tornadoes. One tornado was reported to have touched down just outside of Chicago, prompting passengers at O'Hare Airport to seek shelter.

The National Weather Service is urging residents to be prepared for more severe weather as the storm system continues to move through the area. Warnings have been issued for possible tornadoes, hail, and lightning.