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Extreme Cold Watch
Issued: 10:42 PM Jan. 21, 2026 – National Weather Service
...EXTREME COLD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE THURSDAY NIGHT THROUGH FRIDAY MORNING... * WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 35 below possible. * WHERE...Portions of north central and northeast Illinois. * WHEN...From late Thursday night through Friday morning. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 35 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to drip slowly. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside. &&
Special Weather Statement
Issued: 8:39 PM Jan. 21, 2026 – National Weather Service
...Gusty Snow Showers and Snow Squalls This Evening... A strong Arctic front will move across the area this evening, accompanied by scattered to numerous snow showers. The most intense snow showers and localized snow squalls may briefly reduce visibility under one half mile at times and produce a quick half inch to locally one inch of snow accumulation. Westerly winds will gust as high as 40 mph, which may produce blowing snow and shallow drifting snow, especially on north to south roads in open, exposed areas. Motorists should be prepared to potentially encounter localized hazardous travel conditions this evening. Before driving, pay close attention to weather conditions and check updated road conditions. Take it slow and keep a safe following distance when on snow covered roads and during periods of poor visibility.
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