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A neighbor's house in Bloomington's Fieldstone neighborhood with roof missing and garage door destroyed after a tornado on February 19, 2026.

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February 20, 2026

A confirmed tornado touched down in Bloomington on the night of February 19, 2026, causing widespread damage across the west side, Fieldstone, Stonechase, and beyond. No fatalities reported. Full coverage including Fifth Third Bank, MCHA, and neighborhood damage.

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Today’s weather in Bloomington: High of 39 degrees, low of 27 degrees. Looks like we’re in for a classic Bloomington day, my friends! 🌞 Today, our skies are painted with a lovely shade of sunny, keeping us cozy around 39 degrees. The wind’s feeling a bit frisky, dancing in from the west at around 15 mph, with some lively gusts up to 31 mph. Hold onto your hats, or maybe even your antique finds from the Bloomington Antique Mall! 🕰️🛍️ As the day twirls into evening, we’ll see mostly clear skies and a gentle low around 27. The wind settles down to a peaceful 3 to 7 mph from the west. It might be a good night to cozy up with a spooky story like the Stepp Cemetery Ghost Story or perhaps a good book from Vintage Vogue by GW! 👗🖼️ But wait, there’s a sprinkle of excitement in the forecast after 3 pm! A slight chance of sprinkles might pop in to say hello. So, if you’re out and about, keep an eye on the sky and maybe tuck an umbrella in your bag just in case. Tomorrow, our day starts off mostly sunny, giving us a friendly high near 42. The wind decides to take a mellow turn, becoming west-northwest around 6 mph. Sounds like a perfect day to enjoy a locally brewed beer from Upland Brewing Company or admire the vibrant “McDoel Blooms” street mural while strolling through the neighborhood. 🍺🎨🏡 So, my Bloomington pals, whether you’re out and about or simply enjoying the view from your porch, it’s a day to savor the little joys that our town has to offer. Stay warm, stay cozy, and embrace the beauty of our Bloomington day! 🌞😊

High: 39°F | Low: 27°F

Looks like we're in for a classic Bloomington day, my friends! 🌞 Today, our skies are painted with a lovely shade of sunny, keeping us cozy around 39 degrees. The wind's feeling a bit frisky, dancing in from the west at around 15 mph, with some lively gusts up to 31 mph. Hold onto your hats, or maybe even your antique finds from the Bloomington Antique Mall! 🕰️🛍️

As the day twirls into evening, we'll see mostly clear skies and a gentle low around 27. The wind settles down to a peaceful 3 to 7 mph from the west. It might be a good night to cozy up with a spooky story like the Stepp Cemetery Ghost Story or perhaps a good book from Vintage Vogue by GW! 👗🖼️

But wait, there's a sprinkle of excitement in the forecast after 3 pm! A slight chance of sprinkles might pop in to say hello. So, if you're out and about, keep an eye on the sky and maybe tuck an umbrella in your bag just in case.

Tomorrow, our day starts off mostly sunny, giving us a friendly high near 42. The wind decides to take a mellow turn, becoming west-northwest around 6 mph. Sounds like a perfect day to enjoy a locally brewed beer from Upland Brewing Company or admire the vibrant "McDoel Blooms" street mural while strolling through the neighborhood. 🍺🎨🏡

So, my Bloomington pals, whether you're out and about or simply enjoying the view from your porch, it's a day to savor the little joys that our town has to offer. Stay warm, stay cozy, and embrace the beauty of our Bloomington day! 🌞😊

Last updated: February 20, 2026 4:30 pm

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