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Chicago Weather: More Severe Storms Possible Thursday Evening

CHICAGO (CBS) -- As a storm complex over Wisconsin and Iowa on Thursday afternoon continues on a southeastward track, the National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm watch until 9 p.m. for the Chicago area.

The models show the storms could weaken a bit, but heavy rain, some hail and lightning is still likely, especially for areas north of Interstate 80.

Heavy rain may reach the far western suburbs around 5 p.m and into the city around 7 p.m.

Damaging winds and large hail would accompany the strongest cells.

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