A dynamic winter weather system bringing accumulation ice, heavy rain and strong, gusting winds are expected to impact the Chicago area from morning until evening Wednesday.
According to the NBC 5 Storm Team, rain, sleet and freezing rain will begin to develop in the morning. In some areas, hazardous conditions could already be in place by the morning commute.By the afternoon, sleet and freezing rain is expected to the north, while heavy downpours can be expected farther south, the NBC 5 Storm Team says. Across the area, the NWS says, a mix of strong winds and wintery precipitation will likely impact the afternoon commute.
"Difficult ravel conditions are possible," the NWS says, adding residents and drivers should"prepare for possible power outages."Wednesday evening, sleet and steady rain are expected to gradually come to an end, though some precipitation could remain overnight. However, strong winds are expected to persist, and even increase up to 40 mph Thursday.
According to the NBC 5 Storm Team, some areas could see up to half an inch of ice accumulation, creating dangerous travel conditions on roads. In Lee and DuPage counties, a winter weather advisory going into effect at 6 a.m. Wednesday will expire by 3 p.m. However, in Northern Cook, Lake, Kane and DeKalb counties, the advisory will remain in effect until 6 a.m. Thursday.
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