Chicago, IL – Freezing rain and icy roads continue to impact northern Illinois, with travel conditions expected to remain hazardous through Thursday morning. Another round of snow and sleet is likely this weekend, adding to ongoing concerns.
According to the National Weather Service, a Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect until 6 a.m. Thursday for portions of central, east-central, and northern Illinois. Freezing drizzle overnight may add up to one-tenth of an inch of ice, making roads, especially bridges and overpasses, dangerously slick. Drivers are urged to use caution and check gettingaroundillinois.com for real-time road updates.
Thursday will start with patchy fog, followed by a high near 41°F. Winds could gust up to 35 mph by afternoon, creating blowing snow risks in open areas.
Looking ahead, another winter system is expected on Saturday, bringing snow and ice accumulation. Slippery conditions could persist into Sunday morning. Travelers should prepare for potential delays and monitor forecasts closely.
For the latest updates, visit 511in.org for Indiana and gettingaroundillinois.com for Illinois.
