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ELEVATED FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS EXPECTED FOR MUCH OF SOUTHERN WI... Clearing skies during the day ...
Wind Advisory
* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected. * WHERE...Boone, De Kalb, Lee, C...
Red Flag Warning
...RED FLAG WARNING EXPANDED TO INCLUDE CHICAGO METRO... Conditions will turn very dry and windy th...
Red Flag Warning
...RED FLAG WARNING EXPANDED TO INCLUDE CHICAGO METRO... Conditions will turn very dry and windy th...
Winter Weather Advisory
* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning through this evening, heavy lake effect snow. Snow accumulati...
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Special Weather Statement
ELEVATED FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS EXPECTED FOR MUCH OF SOUTHERN WI... Clearing skies during the day Wednesday will lead to strong mixing and thus relative humidities are expected to plummet to 15-25% with very breezy winds (gusts to 40mph). This will lead to an increased concern for fire weather.
Wind Advisory
* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected. * WHERE...Boone, De Kalb, Lee, Central Cook, DuPage, Kane, Lake IL, McHenry, and Northern Cook Counties. * WHEN...Until 6 PM CST this evening. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Red Flag Warning
...RED FLAG WARNING EXPANDED TO INCLUDE CHICAGO METRO... Conditions will turn very dry and windy this afternoon, making conditions supportive of brush fire spread. Even with rainfall last night generally 0.05 to 0.15 of an inch across northeastern Illinois, the combination of warm, dry, and windy conditions will cause fine fuels to dry out by early afternoon. As a result, the Red Flag Warning was expanded to include Cook, DuPage, Will, Kankakee, and Lake (IL) Counties until 8 PM this evening. * Affected Area...Winnebago, Boone, McHenry, Ogle, Lee, De Kalb, Kane, La Salle, Kendall, Grundy and Livingston. * Timing...Until 8 PM CST this evening. * Winds...Southwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * Relative Humidity...As low as 15 to 20 percent. * Impacts...Any fire that develops will catch and spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
Red Flag Warning
...RED FLAG WARNING EXPANDED TO INCLUDE CHICAGO METRO... Conditions will turn very dry and windy this afternoon, making conditions supportive of brush fire spread. Even with rainfall last night generally 0.05 to 0.15 of an inch across northeastern Illinois, the combination of warm, dry, and windy conditions will cause fine fuels to dry out by early afternoon. As a result, the Red Flag Warning was expanded to include Cook, DuPage, Will, Kankakee, and Lake (IL) Counties until 8 PM this evening. The National Weather Service in Chicago has issued a Red Flag Warning, which is in effect until 8 PM CST this evening. * Affected Area...Lake IL, DuPage, Cook, Will and Kankakee. * Timing...Until 8 PM CST this evening. * Winds...Southwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. * Relative Humidity...As low as 15 to 20 percent. * Impacts...Any fire that develops will catch and spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
Winter Weather Advisory
* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning through this evening, heavy lake effect snow. Snow accumulations locally in excess of 6 inches, particularly near the lake. For the Winter Weather Advisory on Saturday, another round of lake effect snow, with additional localized accumulations in excess of 3 inches possible. * WHERE...Central Cook and Southern Cook Counties. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until midnight CST tonight. For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 6 AM to 4 PM CST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Travel will remain hazardous at times into this evening, particularly near the lake. Additional localized adverse impacts to travel are likely at times on Saturday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Accumulating lake effect snow will continue into this evening, and will fall locally at 1 to 2 inch per hour rates at times, making for hazardous travel conditions. This will particularly be the case for areas in close proximity to the lake. This intense band of lake effect snow is expected to shift eastward into northwestern Indiana late this evening and overnight, thus resulting in a several hour break in accumulating snow across Cook county overnight. However, the band is expected to shift back westward Saturday morning, and is expected to impact parts of northeastern Illinois on Saturday. While the footprint of accumulating snow is likely to be lower on Saturday, localized additional accumulations and associated travel impacts are expected.
Winter Storm Warning
* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning through this evening, heavy lake effect snow. Snow accumulations locally in excess of 6 inches, particularly near the lake. For the Winter Weather Advisory on Saturday, another round of lake effect snow, with additional localized accumulations in excess of 3 inches possible. * WHERE...Central Cook and Southern Cook Counties. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until midnight CST tonight. For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 6 AM to 4 PM CST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Travel will remain hazardous at times into this evening, particularly near the lake. Additional localized adverse impacts to travel are likely at times on Saturday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Accumulating lake effect snow will continue into this evening, and will fall locally at 1 to 2 inch per hour rates at times, making for hazardous travel conditions. This will particularly be the case for areas in close proximity to the lake. This intense band of lake effect snow is expected to shift eastward into northwestern Indiana late this evening and overnight, thus resulting in a several hour break in accumulating snow across Cook county overnight. However, the band is expected to shift back westward Saturday morning, and is expected to impact parts of northeastern Illinois on Saturday. While the footprint of accumulating snow is likely to be lower on Saturday, localized additional accumulations and associated travel impacts are expected.
Winter Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Two periods of accumulating lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations could locally exceed 5 inches, particularly near the lake. * WHERE...Northern Cook County. * WHEN...For the first Winter Weather Advisory, until 8 PM CST this evening. For the second Winter Weather Advisory, from 6 AM to 4 PM CST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. The hazardous conditions will impact this evenings commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Lake effect snow is expected to impact the area in two waves. The first will persist through this evening, before the lake effect band shifts east into Indiana for a period overnight. The band of snow is then expected to shift back westward into parts of northeastern Illinois Saturday morning. This will likely result in additional localized accumulations and travel impacts.
Winter Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Lake effect snow. Additional snow accumulations locally up to 5 inches near the lake. * WHERE...DuPage and Lake IL Counties. * WHEN...Until 8 PM CST this evening. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. The hazardous conditions will impact this evenings commute.
Winter Storm Warning
* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy lake effect snow. Snow accumulations locally in excess of 6 inches, particularly in areas near the lake. For the Winter Storm Watch, heavy lake effect snow possible, with additional accumulations possible into Saturday morning. * WHERE...Central Cook and Southern Cook Counties. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until midnight CST tonight. For the Winter Storm Watch, from late tonight through Saturday morning. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult at times, with near white out conditions and snowfall rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour under the most intense portions of the band through this evening. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A burst of accumulating snow is expected through early afternoon, with rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour at times. This will make for hazardous travel conditions. While a short break in the heavy snow is possible for a period this afternoon, a second round of intense lake effect snow is expected to bring at least a few hour period of snowfall rates up to 2 inches per hour this evening. Finally, the lake effect snow band may shift back westward along the state line and bring another period of heavy lake effect snow for several hours Saturday morning.
Winter Storm Watch
* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy lake effect snow. Snow accumulations locally in excess of 6 inches, particularly in areas near the lake. For the Winter Storm Watch, heavy lake effect snow possible, with additional accumulations possible into Saturday morning. * WHERE...Central Cook and Southern Cook Counties. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until midnight CST tonight. For the Winter Storm Watch, from late tonight through Saturday morning. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult at times, with near white out conditions and snowfall rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour under the most intense portions of the band through this evening. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A burst of accumulating snow is expected through early afternoon, with rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour at times. This will make for hazardous travel conditions. While a short break in the heavy snow is possible for a period this afternoon, a second round of intense lake effect snow is expected to bring at least a few hour period of snowfall rates up to 2 inches per hour this evening. Finally, the lake effect snow band may shift back westward along the state line and bring another period of heavy lake effect snow for several hours Saturday morning.
Winter Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Snow expected, possibly falling heavily at times. A quick 1 to 3 inches of accumulation is expected within just a 2 or 3 hour period. Locally higher amounts possible with lake-enhanced snow over Lake and northern Cook Counties. * WHERE...DuPage, Lake IL, and Northern Cook Counties. * WHEN...Until 6 PM CST this evening. * IMPACTS...Roads, bridges and overpasses will likely become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the evening commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A burst of accumulating snow is expected into this afternoon. The snow during this period may briefly fall at a rate of up to an inch per hour and make for slick travel conditions.
Winter Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Hazardous travel conditions due to snow occurring. * WHERE...Central Cook, Lake IL, and Northern Cook Counties. * WHEN...Until 6 PM CST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Roads, bridges, and overpasses, will be slick and hazardous. Visibility may occasionally drop below 1 mile, particularly during the day on Sunday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Steady snow overnight will transition into localized lake effect snow by daybreak Sunday. As a result, total snow accumulations will vary across the impacted counties with around an inch near and west of Interstate 94/294, and localized totals up to 6 inches along the immediate Lake Michigan shoreline.
Winter Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Hazardous travel conditions due to snow occurring. * WHERE...Portions of central, east central, north central, and northeast Illinois. * WHEN...Until 6 PM CST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Roads, bridges, and overpasses, will be slick and hazardous. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Total snow accumulations will range from around an inch or two near the Interstate 88 and 80 corridors to 4 to 7 inches near US 10.
Winter Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches over far eastern Kenosha County. * WHERE...Kenosha County. * WHEN...From 6 AM to 3 PM CST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions.
Winter Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches over far eastern Racine County. * WHERE...Racine County. * WHEN...From 1 AM to 3 PM CST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions.
Winter Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 4 inches. * WHERE...Portions of central, east central, north central, and northeast Illinois. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 PM CST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous.
Winter Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 1 and 6 inches, lowest totals over western portions of Lake County and far northwest Cook County. Isolated totals over 6 inches possible. * WHERE...Central Cook, Lake IL, and Northern Cook Counties. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 PM CST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall amounts in the advisory area could vary significantly over short distances due to the nature of lake effect snow. Heaviest snowfall rates are expected during the morning into the early-mid afternoon on Sunday.
Cold Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 25 to 30 below this morning. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central, and northeast Illinois. * WHEN...Until noon CST today. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 25 to 30 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.
Cold Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 30 below. * WHERE...Portions of south central and southeast Wisconsin. * WHEN...Until noon CST today. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.
Hydrologic Outlook
ESFLOT Cold temperatures this week have caused a significant increase in river ice across the area, including multiple ice jams. Cold temperatures are expected to continue into next week, with favorable conditions for river ice formation. Areas of open river may see new ice growth, while areas with existing ice cover my thicken. No widespread flooding is expected, but ice jams will be possible in isolated areas, especially along the Rock, Fox, and Kankakee rivers. Ice jams may cause rises or fluctuations on area rivers with little warning. Persons with interests along area rivers should closely monitor the latest forecasts.
Winter Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 5 inches, highest east of Interstate 55. Lower snow totals are forecasted across northwestern portions of La Salle, Kendall, and DuPage counties. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central, and northeast Illinois. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 PM CST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous.
Cold Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 20 to 30 below this morning. * WHERE...Central Cook County. * WHEN...Until noon CST today. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 to 30 minutes.
Winter Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 6 inches, highest within a few miles of the lakeshore. Lower snow totals are forecasted across western portions of Lake and northern Cook counties. * WHERE...Central Cook, Lake IL, and Northern Cook Counties. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 PM CST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous.
Cold Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 15 to 30 below expected. * WHERE...Central Cook County. * WHEN...Until 9 AM CST Saturday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 to 30 minutes.
Cold Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 25 to 30 below. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central, and northeast Illinois. * WHEN...Until 9 AM CST Saturday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 25 to 30 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.
Cold Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 31 below. * WHERE...Portions of south central and southeast Wisconsin. * WHEN...Until noon CST Saturday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.
Cold Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 25 below. * WHERE...Central Cook County. * WHEN...Until 9 AM CST Saturday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.
Cold Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 15 to 30 below expected. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central, and northeast Illinois. * WHEN...Until 9 AM CST Saturday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 to 30 minutes.
Cold Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 20 to 29 below zero expected this afternoon through Saturday morning. * WHERE...Portions of south central and southeast Wisconsin. * WHEN...Until noon CST Saturday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.
Winter Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 5 inches, highest near the Wisconsin-Illinois state line. * WHERE...Winnebago, Boone, McHenry, and Lake IL Counties. * WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 6 AM CST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Be prepared for hazardous travel due to snow covered roads. The slippery conditions may also impact part of the Wednesday morning commute.
Winter Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 5 inches. Locally higher amounts are possible, mainly toward the Illinois border area. * WHERE...Portions of south central and southeast Wisconsin, mainly along and south of the U.S. Highway 18 and Interstate 94 corridor. * WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to 6 AM CST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. This will affect the early morning commute on Wednesday.
Cold Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 20 below to 25 below zero expected. * WHERE...Portions of central, east central, north central, and northeast Illinois. * WHEN...From 3 AM to noon CST Monday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.
Winter Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Portions of east central and southeast Wisconsin. * WHEN...Until noon CST Monday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute.
Cold Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 28 below expected. * WHERE...Portions of east central, south central, and southeast Wisconsin. * WHEN...From 3 AM to noon CST Monday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 28 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures.
Special Weather Statement
Strong northwest winds will develop late this evening and overnight behind an arctic cold front, gusting up to 40 mph. In addition, scattered wind-whipped snow showers will accompany this front as it moves east across the region. The most robust snow showers will result in localized sharply-reduced visibilities as low as a half mile and quick additional snow accumulations of a coating up to one inch.
Cold Weather Advisory
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 22 to 29 below zero expected. * WHERE...Portions of east central, south central, and southeast Wisconsin. * WHEN...From 3 AM to noon CST Monday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures.
Special Weather Statement
Southwest winds 20 to 25 mph will become west early this morning, with gusts locally as high as 45 to 50 mph at times through about 9 am CST. Winds will then steadily diminish through the late morning and afternoon hours. These strong westerly winds may cause difficulty for high profile vehicles, particularly on north south oriented roads in open areas.
Flood Advisory
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...A portion of northeast Illinois, including the following counties, Cook, DuPage and Will. * WHEN...Until 830 AM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks and remain elevated. Road and street flooding may continue. Flooding may continue in poor drainage and urban areas. High water will recede slowly. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1025 PM CST, Doppler radar and automated rain gauges indicated that heavy rainfall had moved out of the area, but up to 3 inches of rain occurred during the afternoon and evening hours. Multiple stream gauges indicate rapid rises and standing water remains on multiple roadways. Roadway flooding will likely improve over the next few hours, with stream levels decreasing during the overnight hours. - Flooding impacts will continue, but little to no additional rainfall is expected. - Some locations that may continue to experience flooding include... Chicago, Joliet, Naperville, Cicero, Evanston, Bolingbrook, Skokie, Des Plaines, Orland Park, Tinley Park, Oak Lawn, Berwyn, Wheaton, Oak Park, Downers Grove, Glenview, Elmhurst, Lombard, Ohare Airport and Carol Stream. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Hydrologic Outlook
ESFLOT Waves of showers and thunderstorms are expected this afternoon and evening across portions of northeastern Illinois and northwestern Indiana. The highest rainfall rates are expected this evening as atmospheric moisture increases to near record levels for January and a line of showers and thunderstorms moves through the area. Small isolated corridors may receive rainfall in excess of 1-2 inches, especially in areas where storms orient in a more southwest to northeast direction. Rainfall amounts of this magnitude sometimes cause localized flooding of streams and poor drainage areas during the winter months. Areas with streets, drainage ditches, and stormwater drains impacted by late fall and early winter vegetation debris may be especially susceptible to flooding. This outlook means that elevated water levels and potential impacts are possible, but not yet certain, based upon the latest forecasts. Persons with interests along area streams and rivers should closely monitor the latest forecasts. In addition, ensure that nearby stormwater drains and ditches are cleared of debris.
Special Weather Statement
Snow will develop across the region this evening. Amounts of a coating to one inch are expected. With cold temperatures, this snowfall will lead to slippery conditions, particularly on elevated, untreated, or less traveled surfaces. Use extra caution if traveling this evening, increase your following distance, and allow for extra time to reach your destination.
Special Weather Statement
Light to occasionally moderate snow continues to move into southern Wisconsin late this afternoon, and will continue into the early evening hours. Visibilities as low as three quarters of a mile are possible in the steadiest snows. While accumulation will remain minor, slick spots are possible on elevated and untreated surfaces. Light freezing drizzle may mix in with snow to the south and west of Madison, which could lead to additional slick spots. Precip will begin to move south of the region after 8 PM. Budget a few extra minutes of travel time if taking to the roads through early evening.
Wind Advisory
* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. A few gusts to 55 mph possible. * WHERE...Portions of central, east central, north central, and northeast Illinois and northwest Indiana. * WHEN...From 6 PM CST /7 PM EST/ Sunday to 6 PM CST /7 PM EST/ Monday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles on north to south roads through open and exposed areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wind-whipped snow showers Sunday night through Monday morning may result in locally hazardous travel conditions.