Chicago, IL – A cold weather advisory is in effect from Sunday evening through Monday afternoon for Northern Illinois and Northwestern Indiana. Wind chills are expected to plunge to between 20 and 25 below zero.
According to the National Weather Service (NWS), the advisory begins at 6 p.m. Sunday and extends to 1 p.m. Monday. The affected areas include Cook, Lake, DuPage, and McHenry Counties in Illinois and Lake and Porter Counties in Indiana. Wind chills this low can cause frostbite on exposed skin within 30 minutes.
Residents are urged to wear layered clothing, hats, and gloves to prevent hypothermia or frostbite. Portable heaters should be used with caution to avoid accidents, and pets should be kept indoors. The NWS warns that after a brief warm-up Monday afternoon, wind chills will drop again Monday night into Tuesday morning.
The advisory also highlights risks for older adults and vulnerable populations. Checking on neighbors and friends during extreme cold is highly encouraged.
Be sure to follow weather updates and prepare accordingly for the harsh conditions.
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