Chicago, IL – Drivers across northeast Illinois and northwest Indiana faced slippery road conditions Friday morning as a band of snow moved through the region, creating snow-covered roads and reduced visibility during the height of the commute.
According to the National Weather Service Chicago, light to moderate snow developed early Friday, resulting in slick travel conditions due to snow-covered pavement and visibility dropping to around 0.5 to 1.25 miles in some areas. Forecasters said accumulating snow is expected to continue through late morning, before 11 a.m., before tapering off into non-accumulating flurries this afternoon.
Traffic camera images from DuPage County showed multiple lanes coated in snow around 8 a.m., with tire tracks visible across major intersections, highlighting hazardous travel conditions for commuters.
While snowfall amounts are not expected to be significant during the afternoon, the weather threat may not be over. The National Weather Service noted there is still a chance for additional accumulating snow later today, as a cold front moves through the region this evening. Any additional snowfall could quickly refreeze untreated roadways as temperatures drop.
The snow event is affecting parts of northeast Illinois, including the Chicago metro area, as well as northwest Indiana, where similar slick conditions have been reported. Motorists are urged to slow down, increase following distances, and allow extra travel time.
Drivers should continue to monitor local forecasts and road conditions, especially during the evening commute when temperatures fall and road conditions may deteriorate again.
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