Headline:
Winter Storm Watch issued March 14 at 8:06PM CDT until March 16 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Event:
Winter Storm Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
March 14, 2026 - 6:06pm
Expires:
March 15, 2026 - 4:15am
Description:
* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 3 and
5 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 50 mph.
* WHERE...Boone, Lee, Ogle, and Winnebago Counties.
* WHEN...From Sunday evening through Monday evening.
* IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and
blowing snow. Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing
snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous
conditions could impact the Monday morning and evening commutes.
Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
Instruction:
Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.
Area Description:
Winnebago; Boone; Ogle; Lee
Forcast Office:
NWS Chicago IL
Sender: