Headline:
Blizzard Warning issued March 16 at 3:55AM CDT until March 16 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Event:
Blizzard Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 16, 2026 - 1:55am
Expires:
March 16, 2026 - 11:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Occasional blizzard conditions. Additional snow
accumulations between 3 and 5 inches, highest near and west of the
I-39 corridor. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.
* WHERE...Boone, De Kalb, Lee, Ogle, Winnebago, and McHenry Counties.
* WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Whiteout conditions are expected at times and will make
travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening. Widespread
blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous
conditions will impact the Monday morning commute. Strong winds
could bring down tree branches and cause power outages.
Instruction:
Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel,
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with
your vehicle. The latest road conditions for Illinois can be
obtained at www.gettingaroundillinois.com.
A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are
expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds
are likely. This will lead to whiteout conditions, making travel
extremely dangerous. Do not travel. If you must travel, have a
winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay in your
vehicle.
Area Description:
Winnebago; Boone; McHenry; Ogle; Lee; De Kalb
Forcast Office:
NWS Chicago IL
Sender: