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‘Never seen so much destruction’: Portage, Indiana, chief of police
NBC 5 Chicago • • nation
Key Points:
- Intense storms caused unprecedented destruction in Portage, Indiana, with the city's chief of police describing it as the worst he has ever seen from a single storm.
- Over 290,000 NIPSCO customers lost power, including the entire town of Schererville, prompting an emergency proclamation by Portage's mayor.
- Several roads are impassable due to downed power lines and overturned semi-trucks, leading authorities to advise residents to stay indoors and avoid travel.
- Portage Township Schools canceled the first day of classes and extracurricular activities as they assess storm damage and coordinate recovery efforts.
- Indiana State Police reported multiple semi-truck rollovers and road closures on key highways, complicating emergency response and traffic flow.
