Chicago, IL – Freezing rain is expected to create hazardous road conditions across northern and central Illinois tonight, with an ice accumulation of up to one-tenth of an inch. Travel could become treacherous, especially on bridges and overpasses.
According to the National Weather Service, a Winter Weather Advisory is in effect from 6 p.m. Wednesday until 6 a.m. Thursday. The impacted areas include Chicago, Naperville, Rockford, and surrounding counties. Drivers should prepare for slick roads, reduced visibility, and possible power outages due to ice accumulation.
Thursday will bring clearing skies with a high of 42°F, but another storm system could bring snow and sleet by Saturday. Temperatures will stay near freezing, increasing the risk of more icy conditions over the weekend.
Drivers are urged to use caution, check for road closures at gettingaroundillinois.com, and delay non-essential travel. The Illinois Department of Transportation is actively treating roads, but conditions may remain dangerous overnight.
Stay updated on forecasts as another round of winter precipitation is expected this weekend.
