Now that day light has arrived in Fairdale, IL, we can get a good look at the devastation that occurred as a result of Thursday's tornado.

Rescue crews are in the process of searching through homes and businesses in the town.

ABC News reports that the death toll is now up to two. 11 others were injured and dozens of homes were destroyed

Authorities said that Geraldine M. Schultz, 67, was found dead in her home. She died of injuries sustained as a result of Thursday's storm. Schultz was not in her basement when family members found her.

ABC reports that the The second death was reported by IL Gov. Bruce Rauner. The second victim is Jacqueline Klosa, 69 years-old. She was found in her home’s bathtub and clutching her purse.

Officials said that seven people were still unaccounted for.

DeKalb County Sheriff Roger Scott said told ABC News "We don't know if somebody's missing in the rubble.

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