Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued March 16 at 10:56AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 16, 2026 - 8:56am
Expires:
March 16, 2026 - 11:00am
Description:
Snow showers, briefly heavy at times, continue across the area
late this morning, including along and east of Interstate 55. This
combined with northwest winds gusting up to 35 mph are resulting
in periods of sharply reduced visibility to one quarter mile or
less. Use caution if traveling and be prepared for suddenly
changing conditions. Allow extra time to reach your destination
safely. Reduce speed and keep a safe following distance when
driving in poor conditions. Additional snow showers may persist
through this evening.
Area Description:
Kankakee; Iroquois; Ford; Lake; Porter; Newton; Jasper; Benton
Forcast Office:
NWS Chicago IL
Sender: