Severe T-Storm Watch in effect for parts of area, with storms possible Wed., Thurs. | Radar
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Key Points:
- The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch until 7 p.m. for Boone, DeKalb, McHenry counties in Illinois, and Kenosha, Racine, Walworth counties in Wisconsin.
- The Storm Prediction Center has placed most of the Chicago area under a Level 3 risk for severe storms on both Wednesday and Thursday.
- The first round of storms is expected Wednesday afternoon between 2-7 p.m., mainly impacting northern suburbs, with a second wave bringing strong wind gusts and thunderstorms after 9 p.m.
- Damaging winds and very heavy rain are the primary threats from the storms, with a cold front moving in Thursday evening increasing the risk of all severe weather hazards, including tornadoes.
- Temperatures are expected to rise into the 80s with lower humidity on Friday following the storm system.