More Snow, Dangerous Wind Chills Predicted for Will County

The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory starting at 6 p.m. Monday until 6 a.m. Tuesday, predicting 3 to 6 inches of snow accumulation for Will, Grundy and Kendall counties.

Roads could become snow covered, resulting in difficult travel, and visibility may be reduced to one-quarter mile at times, the NWS said.

Wind chills of 20 to 35 below zero are expected late Tuesday night through Thursday morning, with strong winds that could mean blowing and drifting snow Tuesday evening into Wednesday.

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Will County warming centers include:

• Bolingbrook Fire Station #4, 111 W. Boughton Road, and fire station #5, 1900 Rodeo Dr.
• Channahon Fire Station #1, 24929 S. Center St.
• Daybreak Center, 611 E. Cass St., Joliet
• MorningStar Mission, 350 E. Washington St., Joliet
• Romeoville Fire Station #3, 698 Birch Lane
• Romeoville Recreation Center, 900 W. Romeo Road
• White Oak Library Romeoville branch, 201 W. Normantown Road
• Shorewood Village Hall, 1 Towne Center Drive
• Troy Township Community Center, 25448 Seil Road, Shorewood

Click here for a full list of Will County warming centers and information on hours of operation.

The Will County Emergency Management Agency offers these extreme cold safety tips:

• Wear several layers of loose fitting, lightweight, warm clothing rather than one layer of heavy clothing.
• Wear mittens instead of gloves.
• Wear water-repellent clothing.
• Wear a hat.
• Cover your mouth with a scarf to protect your lungs.
• Make sure small children, infants, and the elderly stay warm. They are more vulnerable to the cold.
• Take advantage of warming centers, public park facilities, and heated stores and malls.
• Where possible, try to keep one room in your home heated to 68-70 degrees.
• Avoid drinking alcoholic beverages.
• Eat high energy foods and drink warm beverages.
• Beware of overexertion; shoveling snow or pushing disabled cars can be very strenuous and should only be done by individuals in good health.
• Safe heating tips
• Electric heaters can be hazardous and should be used with caution to prevent shock, fire, and burns. Follow the usage instructions carefully and keep clothing and blankets away from heating elements.
• Carbon monoxide can kill. Be careful using fireplaces; make sure flues are clear and properly ventilated.
• Gas ovens, burners, and charcoal should never be used to heat your home.
• NEVER use generators in homes, garages, basements, crawl spaces, or other enclosed or partially enclosed areas, even with ventilation.
• Make sure your car is in good operating condition before using it in extreme cold.
• Keep condensation (water) out of your gas tank by keeping the tank as full as possible.
• Maintain a storm kit in your car with items such as a cell phone and charger; blankets; extra clothing; jumper cables; a flashlight; high-calorie, non-perishable food; and matches or a lighter.
• Plan your trip carefully. If cold, snowy, or icy conditions exceed your ability or your car’s ability, don’t travel.
• Tell someone about your travel plans.
• Never leave the motor running in a vehicle parked in an enclosed or partially enclosed space, such as a garage.