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Illinois sets US record for tornadoes in a year

Illinois has recorded more tornadoes in a year than any previous US state record, according to the supplied report.

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The record indicates an unusually severe tornado season with potential implications for public safety and disaster response.

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  1. Illinois sets U.S. state record for most tornadoes in a year ↗upi.com · Recorded source date: Aug 29, 2026, 12:46 AM UTC
  2. Second-most tornadoes recorded in a year for Wisconsin ↗wisn.com · Recorded source date: Aug 29, 2026, 2:46 AM UTC

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