Weather
Storms Likely Overnight, Wind Advisory For Chicago Area
The threat of tornadoes has diminished in Chicagoland, but some storms could hit the area overnight.
ILLINOIS — Severe weather moved through Illinois Friday night, but as of around 11:30 p.m., the National Weather Service said the threat of tornadoes in the Chicago area had diminished. Some storms could still hit the over overnight, NWS said.
All clear: The Tornado Watch is no longer in effect in our area. We may still sneak out a thunderstorm or two overnight, but the threat for severe weather has decreased considerably. If you received damage, please let us know with a location and picture. #ilwx #inwx
— NWS Chicago (@NWSChicago) December 11, 2021
The weather service has also issued a wind advisory from 3 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. Gusts up to 50 mph are expected, and could blow around unsecured objects like outdoor holiday decorations. Tree limbs could also be blown down, and a few power outages are possible.
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The weather service said it's important for residents to have more than one way to get weather warnings, including a method that will wake you up.
Saturday's forecast calls for a high of 39 degrees, followed by a milder Sunday with a high of 49 degrees, according to the weather service. Temperatures will be unseasonably warm during the work week, with highs in the 60s possible.
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