Ground delay at Chicago O'Hare Airport due to snow and ice
A ground delay have been issued at Chicago O'Hare Airport for Wednesday afternoon amid an anticipated winter storm and the expected accumulating snow totals.
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A ground delay have been issued at Chicago O'Hare Airport for Wednesday afternoon amid an anticipated winter storm and the expected accumulating snow totals.
Widespread snowfall totaling 4 to 6 inches is expected through Wednesday, with isolated higher amounts along the North Shore.
Widespread accumulating snow is expected in the late Wednesday morning and lasting through overnight into early Thursday morning.
We are in for messy weather ranging from drizzle to icing to some snow to the north.
The precip moves in after about 8 a.m. from the far southwest to the northeast. It'll be set up in the Chicago metro area after 10 a.m.
Friday morning will be breezy as wind chills start in the single digits.
Indiana State Police Sgt. Glen Fifield reported several overnight crashes on I-65 due to slick roadways.
Sidewalks and intersections remain a concern as layers of ice lead to slick and dangerous conditions.
Widespread freezing rain and drizzle are causing untreated roads, sidewalks, and driveways to become icy and slick.
In southwest suburban New Lenox Tuesday afternoon, IDOT trucks were lined up for inspection and cleaning, and crews were putting on the plows.
In southwest suburban New Lenox Tuesday afternoon, IDOT trucks were lined up for inspection and cleaning, and crews were putting on the plows. Sara Machi reports.
When it's winter in Chicago, even the river needs a plow. The city entrusts the experts at the Chicago Fire Department to take care of the ice.
Feels like conditions are ranging from 10 to 20 degrees below zero.
The polar vortex is aways around - it just normally stays near the North Pole. But when it descends into our area, get ready for really cold weather.
Meanwhile, with temperatures dropping below zero, those with medical conditions such as diabetes are especially at risk of developing frostbite.
There is a plumber shortage that is only getting worse—so not only will it take longer to get repairs done, but it is going to be a lot more expensive.
It will be mostly sunny Wednesday with highs in the low 20s, with wind chills between 5 to 10 degrees.
Due to a northwesterly wind, wind chills will range from -5 to -15 degrees overnight throughout the start of Tuesday morning.
Temperatures will struggle Saturday with highs in the upper 20s.
The Chicago area is expected to see 1 to 2 inches of snow.
Snowfall is expected to ramp up during the Friday morning rush.
Icy conditions on this Missouri highway caused an 18-wheeler to jackknife while the Washington D.C. Snowball Fight Association held its first event of the 2025 season.
A winter weather advisory is in effect until 4 p.m.
Temperatures are below freezing and precipitation will likely freeze.
The day started out snowy only minor accumulation expected.
