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Intense storms have traversed the Midwest region, unleashing tornadoes, substantial rainfall, flash floods, and strong winds stretching from Illinois to Ohio and western Pennsylvania. Reports indicate at least two fatalities, including a young boy who tragically lost his life when a tree struck his home in Geneva, Indiana. Over 650,000 customers in five states experienced power outages as of Wednesday afternoon. The National Weather Service has verified the occurrence of three tornadoes south of Chicago, and a wind gust reaching 99 mph was recorded in Gary, Indiana. Meteorologists have cautioned that severe thunderstorms and significant rainfall may persist in the area over the next few days.

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00:00Severe storms are hammering the Midwest, bringing tornadoes, flooding, and destructive winds.
00:05Indiana and Ohio are among the hardest-hit areas, with major flooding reported.
00:11At least two deaths have been reported as emergency crews respond to the damage.
00:15In Geneva, Indiana, a four-year-old boy was killed when a tree fell on a home.
00:20Meanwhile, rising floodwaters forced firefighters to rescue trapped families in Ohio.
00:26More than 650,000 customers across five states were without power Wednesday.
00:32Three tornadoes were confirmed in counties south of Chicago.
00:35And Gary, Indiana, recorded a powerful 99-mile-per-hour wind gust.
00:41Forecasters said the storm system may qualify as a derecho.
00:45Dayton, Ohio, also set a daily rainfall record with more than two inches.
00:49Flood warnings stretched across parts of Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio.
00:54Officials warned severe thunderstorms and heavy rain could continue across the region.
00:59Disclosure.
01:00This video contains stock footage and content created or enhanced using AI-assisted tools.
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