Winter Storm Warning Issued for Winnebago, Boone, Ogle, and Lee Counties
A Winter Storm Warning is in effect from Sunday evening through Monday afternoon, with heavy snow and 50 mph wind gusts creating near blizzard conditions.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Chicago IL has issued a Winter Storm Warning for north-central Illinois. The alert is effective starting at 7:00 PM CDT this evening and remains in place until 1:00 PM CDT Monday.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically impacts the following counties in Illinois:
- Boone
- Lee
- Ogle
- Winnebago
What You Should Do
Residents are advised to consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution and maintain a winter storm kit in your vehicle. This kit should include tire chains, booster cables, a flashlight, a shovel, blankets, extra clothing, water, and a first aid kit. For the latest road conditions in Illinois, visit www.gettingaroundillinois.com.
Expected Conditions
- Snowfall: Total snow accumulations are expected to be between 3 and 6 inches.
- Wind: Gusts are forecast to reach as high as 50 mph.
- Visibility: Heavy falling snow combined with blowing and drifting snow may reduce visibilities to below 1/4 mile.
- Hazards: Near blizzard conditions are possible at times, making travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening. The hazardous conditions will significantly impact the Monday morning commute, and gusty winds may bring down tree branches.
Timeline
The Winter Storm Warning begins at 7:00 PM CDT on Sunday, March 15, and is expected to conclude at 1:00 PM CDT on Monday, March 16.
Source: NOAA Official Notice
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