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Winter Weather Advisory
Issued: 3:59 AM Jan. 21, 2026 – National Weather Service
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM CST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Snow and hazardous travel conditions expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 5 inches. * WHERE...Boone, Winnebago, Lake IL, and McHenry Counties. * WHEN...Until 8 AM CST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on snow covered, slick road conditions, and periods of low visibility. The hazardous conditions will likely impact the Wednesday morning commute, especially in the northern Chicago metro area. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A heavier snow band is expected to develop late this evening into the overnight. If a long enough period of heavier snowfall rates occurs, localized snowfall amounts may reach upwards of 5 inches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for Illinois can be obtained at www.gettingaroundillinois.com. &&
Gale Warning
Issued: 3:49 AM Jan. 21, 2026 – National Weather Service
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM WEDNESDAY TO 6 AM CST THURSDAY... * WHAT...West gales to 35 kt and significant waves to 5 ft expected. * WHERE...Winthrop Harbor to Calumet Harbor, IL, and Calumet Harbor, IL to Gary, IN. * WHEN...From 3 PM Wednesday to 6 AM CST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions. &&
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