Severe storms arrive in Chicago area and parts of NW Indiana; snow to follow Monday
Strong storms hit the Chicago area and parts of northwest Indiana on Sunday, leaving some neighborhoods flooded. This all before snow makes its return and lasts into Monday afternoon.
The risk for severe storms has left the area after 9 p.m., and all storm watches, warnings, and advisories have since expired.
The severe storm threat has prompted a ground stop at O'Hare Airport due to thunderstorms, according to the Federal Aviation Administration. A ground stop was also issued for Midway Airport. Flights have resumed with some delays.
The heavy downpours led to reports of flooded viaducts in Humboldt Park, New City, Portage Park, and Albany Park, with a submerged car at Garfield Park.
American Red Cross relocates Kankakee County shelter ahead of next round of storms
The American Red Cross has relocated its shelter for tornado victims in Kankakee County ahead of another round of storms.
Starting Sunday, the new shelter will be at Redemptive Life Ministries on Waldron Road. The shelter was to open at 3 p.m. on Sunday.
The organization is currently helping about a dozen people whose homes were damaged in Tuesday's storms. The shelter offers meals, charging stations, and help with government assistance. Pets in kennels are welcome.
Winter weather returns on Monday
A cold front crosses our area around midnight Sunday night. The Monday morning rush could be hazardous with blowing and drifting snow. Visibility could be near zero at times.
Snow amounts of 1" to 4" are possible, with 4" to 6" closer to Rockford. Areas that receive the most snow will have a likely chance for whiteout conditions at times.
A Blizzard Warning was issued from 10 p.m. Sunday to 1 p.m. Monday for McHenry and DeKalb counties in Illinois.
A Winter Weather Advisory will be in effect for Lake, McHenry, DuPage, Kane, Kendall, and LaSalle counties beginning at 10 p.m. Sunday and continuing until 1 p.m. Monday. Cook, Grundy, and Will counties will be under advisory from 1 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Monday. A separate advisory is in effect for northern LaPorte County and parts farther east in northern Indiana and southwest Michigan.
Areas farther west have it worse. A Winter Storm Warning has been issued for Boone, Lee, Ogle, and Winnebago counties, including Rockford, which is in effect on Sunday and will last until 1 p.m. Monday.
The National Weather Service warned of slick and hazardous roads during the snowfall.
