Winter Weather Advisory until 03:00AM Sunday
* WHAT...For the Wind Chill Advisory, very cold wind chills of 20 to 30 degrees below zero expected. For the Winter Weather Advisory, very low visibility due to falling and blowing snow expected.
* WHERE...Portions of north central and northeast Illinois.
* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 6 PM this evening to 3 AM CST Sunday. For the Wind Chill Advisory, from midnight tonight to 9 AM CST Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Plan on pockets of very low visibility due to falling and blowing snow, especially in open areas and on north to south oriented roadways. If planning to travel, expect slowed speeds and include emergency supplies in your vehicle. Ensure others know your travel plans in case you get stuck. The cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as few as 30 minutes.
* AFFECTED AREAS: WINNEBAGO ... BOONE ... MCHENRY ... LAKE ... KANE ... NORTHERN COOK
Instructions:
Slow down and use caution while traveling. Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. The latest road conditions for Illinois can be obtained on the internet at www.gettingaroundillinois.com.
Address/Location
Willow Springs, Illinois
1 Village Cir
Willow Springs, IL 60480
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
TEXT-A-TIP - Text TIP WSPRINGS followed by your message, to 888777
Alert Details
- Severity:
- Moderate - Possible 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 Weather Advisory