Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 3:28PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 12, 2026 - 1:28pm
Expires:
April 12, 2026 - 4:30pm
Description:
Strong southwesterly winds, occasionally gusting around 45 mph, will
continue this afternoon. Additionally, showers developing later this
evening may produce wind gusts above 40 mph at times.
If traveling on east-west oriented roads, be prepared for gusty
crosswinds, particularly in higher profile vehicles. The
strongest winds will diminish late this evening.
Area Description:
McHenry; Lake; Kane; DuPage; Kendall; Grundy; Kankakee; Northern Cook; Central Cook; Southern Cook; Northern Will; Southern Will; Eastern Will; Lake; Porter; Newton; Jasper
Forcast Office:
NWS Chicago IL
Sender: