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DuPage County says 2 false tornado sirens triggered by human error, faulty equipment
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· September 15, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The incidents were reported by DuPage County. Further information on the false sirens can be found through the source, which provides additional context on the incidents reported by DuPage County.
False tornado sirens were triggered in two instances. Human error and faulty equipment are cited as the causes.
The incidents were reported by DuPage County. Details of the events are available from CBS News.
Further information on the false sirens can be found through the source, which provides additional context on the incidents reported by DuPage County.
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