Chicago Weather Update
CHICAGO – The snow has arrived, and road conditions are getting slick around the region. Travel conditions are expected to worsen throughout the rest of the evening.
Fox 32 Chief Meteorologist Emily Wahls has the forecast.
Current Weather Conditions
A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for all of Chicagoland for 1 to 4 inches of snow.
The highest totals will be found near and south of I-80. The Advisory will last through midnight for Northeast Illinois, and wrap up at 3 a.m. for Northwest Indiana.
The Illinois Department of Transportation said crews have been working around the clock to keep roads clear and will continue operations through the night. Officials urged drivers to slow down, leave extra space between vehicles and give plow trucks room to maneuver.
“Luckily, mother nature was helpful and allowed us to get pretty cleared up before the next round but we are ready to go,” IDOT spokesperson Maria Castaneda said.
Chicago’s Department of Streets and Sanitation also deployed more than 200 salt spreaders to treat major routes as temperatures hover near freezing, leaving untreated surfaces prone to icing.
Some residents said the snow has made walking and driving difficult.
“It’s slippery. It’s not good and very dirty,” one Chicagoan said.
IDOT expects road conditions to improve by early Tuesday morning, but officials
What’s Next?
Tuesday looks quiet and cold with morning lows in the teens and highs only in the lower 20s. Plan for mostly cloudy skies and west-southwesterly winds in the 5 to 10 mph range.
Another chance of snow arrives on Wednesday with a brief warm-up into the low 30s. Temperatures will drop dramatically Wednesday night into Thursday with overnight lows dropping to near zero! Wind chills will fall well below zero by Thursday morning.
Sunshine returns on Thursday, but temperatures will be very cold with highs only in the mid-teens. Overnight lows Thursday night into Friday will once again drop to around zero. Plan for mostly cloudy skies on Friday with highs returning to the low 20s.
There is a small chance for a few stray snow showers on Saturday evening, but most of the weekend will be dry and cold. Highs will be in the mid to upper 20s.
Precautions and Safety Measures
Drivers are advised to exercise caution when traveling, especially during rush hour. Leave extra space between vehicles, slow down, and give plow trucks room to maneuver.
Pedestrians should also be careful when walking, as untreated surfaces may be prone to icing.
Stay tuned to local news and weather reports for updates on the weather conditions and any further advisories or warnings.
Conclusion
The snow has arrived in Chicago, and road conditions are getting slick. Travel conditions are expected to worsen throughout the evening, but IDOT crews are working around the clock to keep roads clear. Residents are advised to exercise caution when traveling and to stay tuned to local news and weather reports for updates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the current weather advisory in Chicago?
A: A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for all of Chicagoland for 1 to 4 inches of snow.
Q: How long will the Winter Weather Advisory last?
A: The Advisory will last through midnight for Northeast Illinois, and wrap up at 3 a.m. for Northwest Indiana.
Q: What are the road conditions like?
A: Road conditions are getting slick, and travel conditions are expected to worsen throughout the evening.
Q: What should drivers do to stay safe?
A: Drivers should slow down, leave extra space between vehicles, and give plow trucks room to maneuver.
Q: What is the forecast for the rest of the week?
A: Tuesday looks quiet and cold, with another chance of snow arriving on Wednesday. Temperatures will drop dramatically Wednesday night into Thursday, with overnight lows dropping to near zero.
