Read, Watch or Listen

A surprise dust storm hit northwest Indiana and north-central Illinois on Friday, causing near-zero visibility on major highways like Interstates 55 and 57. The National Weather Service issued warnings about dangerous conditions. The dust cloud, unusual for the region, even impacted Chicago, reducing visibility at Midway Airport to a quarter-mile. Meteorologists described the event as uncommon.

Prepared by Olivia Bennett and reviewed by editorial team.