A round of fast-moving severe thunderstorms plowed through the Chicago area Sunday afternoon, producing hurricane-force winds and taking down trees and power lines in parts of Northwest Indiana. A tornado watch was issued throughout most the Chicago area and Northwest Indiana for much of the afternoon.

The storms also left tens of thousands without power. Meteorologist Mary Kay Kleist has a breakdown of wind speeds.

The tornado watch is in effect till 7 p.m. for Chicago, the surrounding south and west suburbs and northwest Indiana. The National Weather Service warns of tornadoes, hail the size of ping-pong balls and 70 mph winds.

Some areas of Northwest Indiana saw considerable damage after strong storms rolled through the area. Advertisement. About Our Ads; Advertisement

Severe weather including storms, flooding and possible tornadoes is bringing weather warnings and damage across parts of the South and Midwest. Here are the latest updates.

Indianapolis and Central Indiana could be in for severe weather Sunday afternoon, with thunderstorms, hail and damaging winds possible.

Severe weather is expected to move through central Indiana Sunday afternoon and evening. Just before 1 p.m., the National Weather Service issued a tornado watch for much of central Indiana. Among the counties impacted were Marion,

Meteorologist Ethan Rosuck tracks the next storm system for Sunday afternoon and evening. Some of those could pack a punch with a severe threat.