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Vermilion Valley Regional Communications Joint Authority
Thursday January 11th, 2024 :: 02:24 p.m. CST

Alert

Winter Storm Warning until 12:00PM Saturday

* WHAT...Heavy snow, strong westerly winds, and dangerous travel conditions expected. Total snow accumulations in excess of 6 inches and wind gusts in excess of 45 mph expected.

* WHERE...La Salle, Kendall and Grundy Counties.

* WHEN...From 3 AM Friday to noon CST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow will mix with and may change entirely to rain from mid Friday morning to mid Friday afternoon, before changing back to snow. Snow rates may exceed 1 inch per hour at times. Wind gusts in excess of 45 mph are expected primarily Friday evening and may lead to areas of blowing snow and very low visibility.

* AFFECTED AREAS: LA SALLE ... KENDALL ... GRUNDY

Instructions:

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for Illinois can be obtained on the internet at www.gettingaroundillinois.com.

Address/Location
Vermilion Valley Regional Communications Joint Authority
844 W Lincoln St
Pontiac, IL 61764

Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 815-844-0911

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Alert Details

Severity:
Severe - Significant threat to life or property
Urgency:
Expected - Responsive action SHOULD be taken soon (within next hour)
Certainty:
Likely (p > ~50%)
Category:
Meteorological (inc. flood)
Event:
Winter Storm Warning

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