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#ILwx #SeverePrep Week: You know to take shelter immediately if your area receives a Tornado Warning. But what makes a good shelter? Take the time now to figure out your options and make sure you’re #WeatherReady http://weather.gov/chicago/severeprepare

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#ILwx #SeverePrep Week: Annual Siren Reminder • They are for OUTDOOR warning purposes • Siren is signal to head indoors & seek more info • It does NOT mean the threat has ended when sirens stop • Activated by cities/towns/counties, NOT the NWS http://weather.gov/chicago/severeprepare

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#ILwx #SeverePrep Week: Today’s theme is Tornadoes: Do you know the difference between a Watch and a Warning? A Tornado WATCH means Be Prepared. A Tornado WARNING means Take Action! http://weather.gov/safety/tornado-ww #WeatherReady http://weather.gov/lot/severeprepare

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#ILwx #SeverePrep Week: Reminder that the Routine Weekly NOAA Weather Radio Test has been moved to today (3/4) at 10 AM CT to coincide with outdoor warning siren tests conducted by many communities across Illinois on the first Tuesday of the month. http://weather.gov/chicago/severeprepare

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Waves of rain with embedded thunderstorms will continue through Wednesday morning. Temperatures will fall Wednesday afternoon causing rain to transition to snow possibly leading to slick spots on untreated roads.

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The next couple of days will have a variety of weather as a spring storm system moves through the area. Here's a timeline of what we are expecting through tomorrow night. #ILwx #INwx

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An active stretch of weather is in store this week beginning with a spring storm system expected to bring waves of showers/embedded storms to the area late tonight into Wed, mixing with snow and turning windy Wed PM. Rain/snow chances return late Thu night into Fri. #ILwx #INwx

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Here's an overview of the forecast through Wed as a storm system pivots through the region. Waves of showers (and a few storms) are expected late tonight through WED AM, followed by falling temps, snow, and strong NW winds Wed PM. Some river rises will be possible. #ILwx #INwx

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#ILwx #SeverePrep Week: Are Wireless Emergency Alerts enabled on your phone? They could save your life! Learn more at: http://weather.gov/wrn/wea http://weather.gov/chicago/severeprepare

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#ILwx #SeverePrep Week: It is important to have multiple methods to receive weather warnings! Plan for things like power outages, poor reception, etc. NOAA Weather Radio alerts and wireless emergency alerts (WEAs) save lives! http://weather.gov/wrn/wea http://weather.gov/chicago/severeprepare

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#ILwx #SeverePrep Week: Knowing where you live in relation to other locations on a map (including neighboring counties) is an important aspect to being prepared for severe weather! Know which NWS forecast office is responsible for your county too! http://weather.gov/lot/severeprepare

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#ILwx #SeverePrep Week: Don’t wait until the day of the storm to begin protecting yourself. If the forecast calls for severe weather, begin preparing NOW. Stay #WeatherReady. http://weather.gov/chicago/severeprepare

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Here's a look at our five day forecast. #ILwx #INwx

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A spring storm system will move through the area tonight through Wednesday. Be prepared for waves of rain tonight through Wednesday morning, following by falling temperatures, snow showers, and strong northwesterly winds Wednesday night. #ILwx #INwx

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We are hosting in-person Community Weather Preparedness talks as well as two virtual Storm Spotter Trainings through early April. We'll cover topics like severe thunderstorms, the summer heat, and beach safety. For more info: http://weather.gov/chicago/spotter_talk #ILwx #INwx

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Periods of rain expected Tue/Wed with a chance of thunderstorms. A strong cold front will move across the area Wed PM with falling temps and rain mixing with then changing to snow Wed PM. Northwest winds may gust as high as 40 mph Wed afternoon/evening. #ILWX #INWX

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Illinois Severe Weather Preparedness Week: Stay tuned for posts all week on the following topics! #ILwx #SeverePrep

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This week (March 3-7) is Illinois Severe Weather Preparedness Week! This is a great time to develop & review severe weather safety plans. The NOAA Weather Radio Test has also moved to TUE (3/4) at 10 AM CT to coincide with monthly outdoor warning siren tests. #ILwx #SeverePrep

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We'll have one more chilly day before temps moderate starting Mon. While the is a slight chance of showers Mon, the best precipitation chances are expected Tue-Wed with a storm system that will bring soaking rain, thunderstorms, gusty winds, and snow to the region. #ILwx #INwx

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The Meteorological 2024-2025 winter season (Dec-Feb) featured slightly below average temperatures and well below normal precipitation and snowfall. This winter ranked as the 10th least snowiest in recorded history at Chicago. #ILwx #INwx

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February 2025 featured below average temperatures with well below average precipitation and snowfall. #ILwx #INwx

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Chilly conditions continue thru the weekend, with highs only in the 30s to around 40 and lows in the teens and 20s. Temps will moderate thru the upcoming week, but there remains the potential for a storm system to impact the region late Tue night thru Wed. #ILwx #INwx

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The snow will only last around 1-2 hours at any location with snow expected to end completely by 10 AM CST this morning. #INwx

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A band of lake effect snow is moving into NW IN! Those in eastern Lake County, IN and northern Porter County (including I-80/94 corridor) should be prepared for sharply reduced visibility (as low as 1 mile) with the band. A quick dusting may also occur on untreated roads. #inwx

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Here is a look at the highest wind gusts recorded at automated observation stations across the area on Friday, 2/28. #ILwx #INwx

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A chilly weekend is on tap with highs only in the 30s to around 40, but we will see plentiful sunshine. Temps will moderate through the upcoming week, but a storm system is forecast to impact the region mid-week. Stay tuned for updates as we get closer! #ILwx #INwx

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Strong west-northwest wind gusts up to 45 mph, locally up to 50 mph, continues through this evening. Secure lightweight objects and use caution if driving high profile vehicles. #ILwx #INwx

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It will remain windy through this evening before winds gradually subside overnight. Isolated-scattered light snow showers/flurries may be seen in some locations tonight as well. Quiet, cooler conditions expected over the weekend before the next system mid-next week. #ILwx #INwx

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Mild and very windy today, then turning sharply colder and more seasonable tonight into the weekend. Milder weather returns Monday, but with precipitation chances. #ILwx #INwx

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The combination of gusty winds, low relative humidity, and unseasonably mild temperatures will create an elevated risk for grass and brush fire spread today. Be sure to avoid burning and use caution when discarding any smoking materials. #ILwx #INwx

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Very windy conditions can be expected today, with gusts up to 45 to 50 mph at times. Secure lightweight objects and use caution if driving high profile vehicles. #ILwx #INwx

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Expect mild and windy conditions Friday, followed by colder, more seasonable temperatures for the weekend. There could be a rain or snow shower Friday evening, otherwise dry weather is expected through the upcoming weekend.

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Very windy conditions are expected on Friday, with a few gusts up to 45 mph expected. The strong winds, combined with a dry air mass will also lead to an increased threat for grass and brush fire spread, particularly south of I-80.

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Very windy conditions are expected on Friday, with gusts of 45 mph developing through the morning and into the afternoon. The strong winds, combined with a dry airmass will also lead to an increased threat for grass and brush fire spread, particularly south of I-80.

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Expect mild and windy conditions today and Friday, followed by colder conditions for the weekend. The next chance for more widespread precipitation will be toward the middle of next week.

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Areas of dense fog have developed across northeast Illinois and should persist through around sunrise (6-7am CST). Plan for sudden changes in visibility and potential impacts for portions of the early morning commute.

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Heads up! Pockets of dense fog are developing roughly west of the Fox River. Fog may continue to expand eastward tonight, but conditions should generally improve towards daybreak as winds start to increase. Use caution if out and about! #ILwx

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Isolated showers remain possible this evening and again on Thursday, but will give way to dry conditions from late Thursday through the upcoming weekend. Expect a wide range of temperatures ahead, with mild and windy conditions in store for Friday. #ILwx #INwx

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A special weather statement has been issued for Rensselaer IN, Watseka IL and Paxton IL until 8:15 AM CST

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Scattered showers today, but particularly this morning, will give way to dry conditions Thursday through the upcoming weekend. Expect a wide range of temperatures ahead, with mild and windy conditions in store for Friday.

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5-Day Forecast: Scattered showers late tonight lingering into Wed AM, with a few isolated showers/sprinkles PSBL in the aftn or evening. Otherwise, dry & mild through the end of the work week, warmest Friday though it'll be windy. Cooler this wknd for start of March. #ILwx #INwx

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Expect another mild and mostly sunny day today ahead of some scattered showers late tonight and Wednesday.

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February will end with a mild stretch of weather, with highs in the 40s to mid 50s most days. Expect scattered showers tonight and again on Wednesday. #ILwx #INwx

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February will end with a mild stretch of weather, with highs in the upper 40s to upper 50s most days. Expect scattered showers tonight and again Wednesday.

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NWS Chicago is one of just eight mainland US offices that has yet to issue a Winter Storm Warning so far this winter. 😳 We're not out of the woods yet... Our area typically sees around 6 inches of snow between now and the end of April. #ILwx #INwx

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A mild stretch of weather is in store beginning tomorrow. Highs will be in the 40s and 50s through the end of the week. Our next potential for rain showers will arrive Monday night with additional chances toward mid week. #ILwx #INwx

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A few days ago, the Indiana Lake Michigan shoreline was blanketed in ice. See how persistent southwesterly winds have since pushed most of that ice offshore. #INwx #ILwx Views are from @NASA's #MODIS satellites.

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Highs today will be quite a bit warmer than on Saturday, although a large spread in temperatures will occur with the warmest conditions south of I-80. Widespread 40s and 50s are in store into the middle of this week with a few chances for mainly light rain/showers. #ILwx #INwx

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What snow is left on the ground should melt over the next couple of days as temperatures will be well above normal during this upcoming week. Sunday will be much milder with highs well into the 30s where snow cover lingers and 40s where snow has already melted. #ilwx #inwx

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Warmer temperatures are on the horizon, with 40s and 50s returning on Monday and Tuesday. There will be a few chances for mainly light rain/showers Monday evening and again on Wednesday. #ILwx #INwx

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