PRESS RELEASE March 11, 2026
On Tuesday, March 10th, 2026, at approximately 6:00 pm the Village of Bradley was hit with a super cell tornadic storm that produced baseball size hail, high winds and a tornadic event that was localized.
• Village Hall is open at full service
• The Police and Fire Department are operational and are in full service.
Police And Fire
During the event the Police and Fire Department responded to several 911 calls for assistance. There have been no reported injuries to citizens or officers. During the storm, the Police and Fire Departments sustained severe damage to several of the vehicles and infrastructure.
Residents are urged to use caution around any downed lines near their homes or in their neighborhoods. Do not approach or attempt to move them. If you encounter downed power lines, contact 911 or your local utility company immediately.
Public Works
The Public Works Department is working on priority projects such as getting all roads cleared and cleaned. Crews started in the areas which were the most effected and are working throughout the Village.
Starting Monday, Public Works will begin picking up tree branches in the residential areas. Residences with alleys should place tree branches in the alley with their garbage. Residences without alleys should place tree branches at the curb.
• Please do not place the tree branches in the street, block fire hydrants, or street drains.
Community Development/Code Enforcement
AUTHORITIES URGE CAUTION AS STORM REPAIR SCAMS TARGET TORNADO AFFECTED AREAS
Kankakee County and Village of Bradley officials are cautioning area residents to be skeptical when approached by unsolicited contractors requesting to repair damage caused by this evening’s storms.
“Unfortunately, there are some that take advantage of the vulnerable, which includes desperate homeowners dealing with crisis due to weather-related damage,” said Kankakee County Board Chairman Matt Alexander-Hildebrand. “We encourage anyone that feels a bit uneasy or concerned to contact the appropriate authorities to verify the validity of the contractor and to ensure they’re licensed to work in the area.”
Village of Bradley Code Enforcement 815-936-5100 ext. 1170
