EF-1 tornado confirmed in Cedar Lake, Indiana

The National Weather Service confirmed an EF-1 tornado hit Cedar Lake early Saturday, damaging about 20 homes and several businesses. No injuries were reported. A weaker EF-0 tornado also affected Merrillville and Schererville. The weather service noted the possibility of additional brief tornadoes but lacks sufficient evidence. Cedar Lake Fire Department reported significant damage in the Cook residential area, with downed trees and power lines. This tornado follows a previous incident in July that resulted in a fatality.