Chicago Weather Update: Prepare for 2 Rounds of Snowfall Causing Slick Roads
Snow from a winter weather system in the southern part of the U.S. had moved into the Chicago area early Friday morning, with some parts expected to see a slippery rush hour commute, the NBC 5 Storm Team said. As of 5:15 a.m. Friday, NBC 5 Meteorologist Alicia Roman reported flakes falling to the south and southeast, with light to moderate snow coming down in LaSalle, Ottawa and Kendall Counties, moving into Kankakee and parts of Southern Cook Counties. Snow was expected to continue falling in the south and southeast through mid-morning and into late afternoon, Roman said. Slick roads and reduced visibility were possible, Roman said. “A light snow but bad timing for the morning commute,” NBC 5 traffic reporter Kye Martin said of the Illinois road conditions early Friday.
Winter Weather Advisory in Northern LaPorte County, Indiana
In Northern LaPorte County, Indiana, a winter weather advisory was set to go into effect at 10 a.m. Friday, with snow expected to impact the evening commute. “Plan on slippery road conditions,” the National Weather Service said, with forecasters predicting up to four inches of snow possible.
Winter Storm Warning in Dubois County, Indiana
In Dubois County in Indiana, a winter storm warning remained in effect through Saturday morning, with officials warning of heavy snow and ice in parts of south central Indiana and Kentucky. According to the NWS, between three and six inches were possible in those parts.
Second Round of Snow Expected Sunday
Sunday, a second round of snow was expected to move in, Roman said, mostly impacting counties to the north and west. That round was expected to begin early Sunday morning, quickly passing into Northwest Indiana by afternoon, Roman added. According to Roman, Sunday’s snow wouldn’t bring much in terms of accumulation, with one to two inches possible for counties to the north and west. Still, the winter weather could still create hazardous travel conditions, Roman warned. “A little bit of snow always does a lot,” Roman said.
With snowfall expected to impact various parts of the Chicago area, it is crucial for residents to be prepared for potentially slick roads and reduced visibility. As NBC 5 Meteorologist Alicia Roman reported, snow from a winter weather system in the southern U.S. moved into the region, with some areas experiencing light to moderate snowfall. This could lead to challenging driving conditions, especially during the morning commute, as highlighted by NBC 5 traffic reporter Kye Martin.
For those in Northern LaPorte County, Indiana, a winter weather advisory was issued, emphasizing the possibility of slippery road conditions and up to four inches of snow. Similarly, Dubois County in Indiana faced a winter storm warning, with officials warning of heavy snow and ice.
Looking ahead, a second round of snow is expected on Sunday, impacting counties to the north and west of Chicago. While accumulations may be modest, hazardous travel conditions are still a concern. As the weather unfolds, it’s essential to stay informed and take necessary precautions to ensure safety on the roads. Stay tuned for further updates and be prepared for changing conditions.
