Full Notification

* WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow possible. Total snow accumulations greater than 6 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 45 to 50 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of northeast Illinois and northwest Indiana.

* WHEN...From Friday morning through Saturday morning.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be dangerous. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will likely impact both Friday commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds with the potential for periods of blizzard conditions are expected Friday evening into early Saturday. Warmer temperatures near Lake Michigan will likely cut into snow accumulations during the day on Friday.

* AFFECTED AREAS: MCHENRY ... LAKE ... KANE ... DUPAGE ... KANKAKEE ... NORTHERN COOK ... CENTRAL COOK ... SOUTHERN COOK ... NORTHERN WILL ... SOUTHERN WILL ... EASTERN WILL ... LAKE ... PORTER

Instructions:

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.