Small Craft Advisory issued March 18 at 9:06AM CDT until March 20 at 1:00AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds to 30 kt with a few gale force gusts to 35 kt and significant waves to 5 ft expected. For the Gale Watch, northwest gales to 40 kt and significant waves to 10 ft occasionally to 13 ft possible. * WHERE...Winthrop Harbor to Calumet Harbor IL. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 10 AM Wednesday to 1 AM CDT Thursday. For the Gale Watch, from late Wednesday night through Thursday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Special Weather Statement issued March 18 at 4:13AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Gusty south winds and low daytime relative humidity levels will result in a heightened fire danger this afternoon across portions of northern Illinois, generally along and south of I-80. Quicker drying and dormant fuels like brush and grass will be particularly susceptible to ignition with strong winds likely leading to the rapid spread of any fires that do occur. Use caution with the disposal of smoking materials and consider postponing any outdoor burns to a different day.
Special Weather Statement issued March 17 at 9:15PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Gusty south to southwest winds and low daytime relative humidity levels will result in a heightened fire danger on Tuesday across portions of northern Illinois, generally along and south of I-88. Quicker drying and dormant fuels like brush and grass will be particularly susceptible to ignition with strong winds likely leading to the rapid spread of any fires that do occur. Use caution with the disposal of smoking materials and consider postponing any outdoor burns to a different day.
Wind Advisory issued March 15 at 2:53AM CDT until March 15 at 5:00PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, south winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. For the Wind Advisory, southwest winds 25 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...Portions of central, east central, north central, and northeast Illinois and northwest Indiana. * WHEN...For the first Wind Advisory, until 7 AM CDT /8 AM EDT/ this morning. For the High Wind Warning, from 7 AM CDT /8 AM EDT/ this morning to noon CDT /1 PM EDT/ today. For the second Wind Advisory, from noon CDT /1 PM EDT/ today to 5
High Wind Warning issued March 15 at 2:53AM CDT until March 15 at 12:00PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, south winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. For the Wind Advisory, southwest winds 25 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...Portions of central, east central, north central, and northeast Illinois and northwest Indiana. * WHEN...For the first Wind Advisory, until 7 AM CDT /8 AM EDT/ this morning. For the High Wind Warning, from 7 AM CDT /8 AM EDT/ this morning to noon CDT /1 PM EDT/ today. For the second Wind Advisory, from noon CDT /1 PM EDT/ today to 5
Wind Advisory issued March 15 at 2:53AM CDT until March 15 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, south winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. For the Wind Advisory, southwest winds 25 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...Portions of central, east central, north central, and northeast Illinois and northwest Indiana. * WHEN...For the first Wind Advisory, until 7 AM CDT /8 AM EDT/ this morning. For the High Wind Warning, from 7 AM CDT /8 AM EDT/ this morning to noon CDT /1 PM EDT/ today. For the second Wind Advisory, from noon CDT /1 PM EDT/ today to 5
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued March 15 at 12:41AM CDT until March 15 at 1:00AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
At 1240 AM CDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from Kenosha to 8 miles east of Lake Bluff to Lake View to Hazel Crest, moving northeast at 55 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include... Belmont Cragin, Palos Heights, Dunning, West Town, Chicago Lawn, Englewood, Oak Lawn, Merrionette Park, Orland Hills, Bellwood, Summit, West Garfield Park, Austin, Rogers Park, Near North Side, Stickney, Logan Square, Crestwood, Highwood, Lower West Side, Glenview, Avalon Park, Niles, Grand Boulevard, and Rosemont.
Tornado Watch issued March 15 at 12:40AM CDT until March 15 at 3:00AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
TORNADO WATCH 37 REMAINS VALID UNTIL 3 AM CDT /4 AM EDT/ EARLY THIS MORNING FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS IN ILLINOIS THIS WATCH INCLUDES 2 COUNTIES IN EAST CENTRAL ILLINOIS FORD IROQUOIS IN INDIANA THIS WATCH INCLUDES 1 COUNTY IN NORTHWEST INDIANA BENTON THIS INCLUDES THE CITIES OF FOWLER, GIBSON CITY, GILMAN, OXFORD, PAXTON, AND WATSEKA.
High Wind Watch issued March 14 at 10:23AM CDT until March 15 at 3:00PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, south winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. For the High Wind Watch, southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible. * WHERE...Livingston, Boone, De Kalb, La Salle, Lee, Ogle, Winnebago, Grundy, Kane, Kendall, and McHenry Counties. * WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, until 1 AM CDT Saturday. For the High Wind Watch, from Saturday morning through Saturday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Gusty winds will
Wind Advisory issued March 13 at 8:43PM CDT until March 15 at 4:00AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, south winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. For the High Wind Watch, south winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible. * WHERE...In Illinois, Central Cook, DuPage, Eastern Will, Kankakee, Lake IL, Northern Cook, Northern Will, Southern Cook, and Southern Will Counties. In Indiana, Lake IN and Porter Counties. * WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, from 4 PM Friday to 4 AM CDT Saturday. For the High Wind Watch, from Saturday morning through Saturday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread