Winter Weather Advisory from THU 11:00 AM CST until FRI 12:00 PM CST

WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THURSDAY TO NOON CST FRIDAY… WHAT…Snow expected, possibly starting briefly as rain or freezing rain. Snow could become heavy Thursday afternoon into the early evening. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. WHERE…Portions of north central and northeast Illinois and northwest Indiana. WHEN…From 11 AM Thursday to noon CST Friday. IMPACTS…Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will likely impact the Thursday afternoon and evening commute. Pockets of blowing snow could continue to impact the Friday morning commute. ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Sharply falling temperatures Thursday afternoon and evening could cause any lingering wet spots to freeze quickly. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS… Slow down and use caution while traveling. In Illinois, the latest road conditions for Illinois can be obtained on the internet at www.gettingaroundillinois.com. In Indiana, the latest road conditions for Indiana are available by calling 1-800-261-7623.

…Combination of Accumulating Snow and Blowing Snow Likely Thursday into Thursday Evening with Blowing Snow Continuing into Friday…