Chicago is gearing up for a wild ride with winter weather. It all starts late on Tuesday night and lasts through Wednesday. The first wave of snow will hit areas near and north of I-80, making roads slippery and dangerous. More counties are now under a winter weather advisory because of the expected snowfall.

The snow will start late Tuesday night and continue into Wednesday morning. The heaviest snow is expected in Lake and McHenry counties. Other counties like DeKalb, Kane, DuPage, and parts of Cook will also see significant snowfall. This means driving will be tough, so plan extra time for your morning commute.

By Wednesday afternoon, the snow will take a short break, but don't get too comfortable. Another winter system will move in during the afternoon and evening. This one will bring gusty winds and more snow, making driving even more challenging. The good news is that this round will be quick and will be over by midnight.

Thursday will be better, with temperatures reaching a high of 20 degrees. But don't celebrate yet. Another blast of arctic air is coming just in time for the weekend. Temperatures will drop to negative six degrees, and wind chill could make it feel like negative 35 degrees. Stay warm and be prepared for more winter weather.


    # **Chicago Braces for Winter Weather Onslaught**

    **Late Tuesday Night to Wednesday:**
    - **First Wave of Snow:** Targets areas near and north of I-80.
    - **Winter Weather Advisory:** Expanded to more counties due to expected snowfall.
    - **Heaviest Snowfall:** Expected in **Lake** and **McHenry** counties.
    - **Affected Counties:** DeKalb, Kane, DuPage, and parts of Cook.
    - **Driving Conditions:** Plan extra time for morning commutes.

    **Wednesday Afternoon:**
    - **Short Break:** Snow takes a pause.
    - **Second Wave:** Moves in during the afternoon and evening.
    - **Gusty Winds and More Snow:** Makes driving even more challenging.
    - **Quick Passage:** Over by midnight.

    **Thursday:**
    - **Improvement:** High of 20 degrees.
    - **Weekend Warning:** Another blast of arctic air arrives.
    - **Temperatures:** Drop to negative six degrees.
    - **Wind Chill:** Could feel like negative 35 degrees.
    - **Preparation:** Stay warm and be ready for more winter weather.

    

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