Monday’s storms were part of severe weather this summer, with hope that August may bring some relief
- Posted on July 29, 2026
- By Chicago Tribune
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In brief
Chicago has experienced an unprecedented surge in severe weather events this summer, characterized by intense heat, moisture-laden air masses, and powerful wind shear patterns that have triggered record-breaking tornado and thunderstorm activity across the region. Meteorologists attribute this exceptional atmospheric instability to broader climate patterns, while projecting that August conditions may finally offer residents some respite from the relentless severe weather onslaught that has dominated July.
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Monday’s storms were part of severe weather this summer, with hope that August may bring some relief
Hot, humid air and high wind shear have formed record numbers of tornadoes and thunderstorms in the Chicago area. Climate change may make it worse.
