'This is Stunning': Large Tree Uprooted During Fierce Derecho Storm in Chicago

Trees were uprooted and power was cut for large numbers of people after a destructive derecho blew through Chicago on August 10.

The National Weather Service urged residents to take cover as a dangerous line of storms that included winds of more than 70 miles per hour hit the city.

Chicago power utility ComEd reported over 635,000 customers being affected by the storm, which it said featured over 4,000 lightning strikes.

In this video showing a large fallen tree in Chicago, a voice can be heard saying: “This is stunning. You can’t make this up, this is tornado damage right here.” Credit: WeatherAmino via Storyful