Active Weather Alerts
Gale Warning
Issued: 8:51 PM Jan. 18, 2026 – National Weather Service
...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO NOON CST MONDAY... * WHAT...Northwest gales to 40 kt and significant waves to 8 ft occasionally to 10 ft expected. * WHERE...Winthrop Harbor to Calumet Harbor IL, and Calumet Harbor IL to Gary IN. * WHEN...From midnight tonight to noon CST Monday. * 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. &&
Cold Weather Advisory
Issued: 8:19 PM Jan. 18, 2026 – National Weather Service
...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO NOON CST MONDAY... * WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 20 below to 25 below zero expected. * WHERE...Portions of central, east central, north central, and northeast Illinois. * WHEN...From 3 AM to noon CST Monday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. &&
Local Radar