CHICAGO (WLS) Another round of winter weather hit Chicago Monday, and will drop more than a foot of heavy lake-effect snow in some places. It s possible some areas could see 14 inches or more by the time its all over.
The day began with a very intense band of snow draped according northern Cook County, according to ABC7 Meteorologist Cheryl Scott.
The highest snow totals are expected in Chicago and Cook County, as well as areas along Lake Michigan, Scott said. Many areas had already seen 4 to 6 inches fall by mid-afternoon Monday.
The heaviest snow was forecast to fall between 6 p.m. and midnight as a winter storm system coming from Texas spread into the area Monday evening.
Chicago Weather Radar: Up 14 inches of snow expected into Tuesday, higher totals from lake effect Jesse Kirsch, Alexis McAdams, ABC7 Chicago Digital Team
Another round of winter weather hit Chicago Monday, and will drop more than a foot of heavy lake-effect snow in some places. It s possible some areas could see 14 inches or more by the time its all over.
The day began with a very intense band of snow draped according northern Cook County, according to ABC7 Meteorologist Cheryl Scott.
The highest snow totals are expected in Chicago and Cook County, as well as areas along Lake Michigan, Scott said. Many areas had already seen 4 to 6 inches fall by mid-afternoon Monday.
CHICAGO (WLS) The National Weather Service Chicago issued a Wind Chill Advisory Saturday as temperatures drop.
The advisory will from 11 p.m. Saturday to noon Sunday. Wind chills of 20-25 degrees below zero are expected.
Chicago Weather: 7-Day Forecast
A wind chill warning is in effect for far west and northwest suburbs.
Snow spread into the region starting late Friday night and continues into early Saturday, with on and off snow showers expected throughout the day Saturday, according to ABC7 Meteorologist Cheryl Scott.
Light snow began falling Friday night and continue into Saturday, followed by bitter, bitter cold.
About 1 to 3 inches of light snow accumulation is expected in total Saturday, with higher amounts near Lake Michigan in Northwest Indiana. Slick roads and reduced visibility are expected, so drivers should take extra care when traveling.