Chicago-area weather forecast: Winter storm warning issued for parts of Chicago area | Radar
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Key Points:
- A band of snow moved into the Chicago area Wednesday morning, causing slick roads and hazardous conditions for the morning commute, with several crashes reported on Interstate 57 in Kankakee County.
- Winter Storm Warnings and Winter Weather Advisories are in effect for parts of Indiana and Michigan, with snow accumulations ranging from 1 to 3 inches reported in various Chicago suburbs.
- Heavy snow is expected to continue through Wednesday night into Thursday morning before tapering off, creating near white-out conditions and reduced visibility that impacted public transit and travel.
- The storm caused a temporary ground stop for arriving flights at O'Hare International Airport, which has since been lifted, while temperatures are forecasted to drop steadily throughout the week.
