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Extreme Cold Watch
Issued: 9:01 AM Jan. 21, 2026 – National Weather Service
...EXTREME COLD WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE THURSDAY NIGHT THROUGH FRIDAY MORNING... * WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 to 35 below possible. * WHERE...Portions of central, 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 several layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Check on older family, friends, and neighbors. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. &&
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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