Thursday, April 11, 2013
Expect some unusual weather within the next few days, including the possibility of snow on Saturday.
Only in Illinois could you get the possibility of snow in April. According to several weather experts, including weather.com, the Chicagoland area is up for some rain and snow. Yes, snow. On Wednesday, many were hit with heavy showers, gusting winds and, in some areas, hail, according to ABC Chicago. Meanwhile, more than 370 flights were canceled at O’Hare International Airport. Heavy rain is expected Thursday followed by snow flurries on Saturday, according to weather.com. Temperatures will range from a low of 30 degrees on Friday to a high of 57 degrees on Sunday.
Tuesday, March 5, 2013
The National Weather Service gives us a gold medal when it comes to this winter storm.
Eleven inches of snow buried La Grange Park by 7:20 p.m. Tuesday—the highest 12-hour storm total in the Chicago area, according to the National Weather Service. Elburn came in second at 10 inches, while Yorkville placed third with 9.3 inches. We decided to see for ourselves how the snowfall stacked up in La Grange with our trusty Barbie barometer, and sure enough, it's nose deep. Editor's note: This story originally said La Grange Park had the third highest snow total in the area, but that was accounting for the total snow depth—not just what fell today. We totally won when it comes to this storm. ----- There are plenty of ways to keep up with local news through Patch.
A winter storm warning from the National Weather Service is in effect until midnight.
Updated at 12:49 p.m. District 86 has canceled all after-school activities at both of its high schools. "All after school activities and athletics are canceled at Hinsdale Central and Hinsdale South," an email from executive assistant to the superintendent Meredith Lannert reads. Tuesday's original story: District 181 has canceled all after-school activities Tuesday. "Please note that all district after-school activities and athletics have been canceled for today, Tuesday, March 5, due to inclement weather," an email from communications director Bridget McGuiggan reads. The National Weather Service is forecasting snow totals between 4 and 8 inches Tuesday, and a winter storm warning is in effect until midnight…
Monday, March 4, 2013
We've got another round of snowy winter weather bearing down Monday and Tuesday. Track the storm with this interactive map.
The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning through midnight Tuesday for a storm that could dump between 4 and 8 inches on the Chicago area. Light snow is supposed to begin late Monday and gradually increase in intensity through Tuesday morning, at times falling at a rate of 1-2 inches per hour. Some areas could see snow totals higher than the predicted amounts. Travel will be "extremely dangerous" throughout the duration of the storm, the National Weather Service warns. The storm will affect both the morning and afternoon commute. Trinity Lutheran School in Burr Ridge is closed today, as is the local Reading Across Illinois Library service. Follow the winter storm as it bears down on Burr Ridge with Weather.com's …
Tuesday, February 26, 2013
Snow is still coming down, and Patch has real-time traffic conditions for you, courtesy of Mapquest.
A winter weather advisory remains in effect for DuPage County until 9 p.m. Tuesday, according to the National Weather Service, meaning a rough rush-hour commute is ahead. Above are real-time traffic conditions for the area, courtesy of Mapquest. See also:
There will be no after-school activities or athletic events Tuesday, an alert from the high school administration reads.
There will be no after-school activities or athletics at Hinsdale South or Hinsdale Central Tuesday afternoon, according to a statement from the administration. "Due to weather conditions all after school activities and athletic events are canceled for Tuesday, Feb. 26," a message on the Hinsdale South's home page reads. Read more about Tuesday's winter storm here. There are several ways to stay on top of Burr Ridge news:
All District 181 and Hinsdale Central after-school activities and athletics Tuesday have been canceled.
Updated at 2:35 p.m. Hinsdale Central Principal Mike McGrory confirmed that all activities and athletic events scheduled tonight at the school have been canceled due to the snowy weather. Click here to see a live traffic map for the snowy rush hour ahead. Original story: There will be no after-school activities in District 181 Tuesday afternoon, according to a statement from the administration. "All district after-school activities and athletics have been canceled for today, Tuesday, Feb. 26, due to inclement weather," a message posted on the District 181 home page reads. Read more about Tuesday's winter storm here. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - There are plenty of ways to keep up on local news:
Thursday, February 21, 2013
A storm is headed towards Hinsdale, Clarendon Hills and Burr Ridge. Check out its progress towards us with our interactive weather map.
As you likely know by now, the heaviest snow of the year so far is on the way for the Hinsdale and Burr Ridge area, starting on Thursday night. Patch has The Weather Channel's app for following the storm, including radar animations of the progress. Keep checking back, and be safe! - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - There are plenty of ways to keep up on local news:
Wednesday, February 20, 2013
Considering we haven't had much snow at all, any amount could seem "big."
The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory in DuPage County from 9 p.m. Thursday to 6 p.m. Friday. Snow is expected to develop Thursday evening and continue into Friday, the NWS said Wednesday afternoon. The snow may mix with light freezing drizzle or rain Friday morning, making for slick travel. Storm total snowfall amounts of 3 to 5 inches are expected, with ice accumulation of less than one-tenth of an inch. The Thursday and Friday snow could be the "biggest snow of the year," according to Accuweather.com. So far, we've received little more than a dusting, so is the "biggest snow of the year" going to be something on which we can sled? The storm has the "potential to bring 3 inches or a bit more" to the area, but …
Saturday, January 26, 2013
Freezing rain mixed with sleet is expected to arrive in the area Sunday morning. A freezing rain advisory is in effect from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday night.
UPDATED: Jan. 26, 5 p.m. The deep freeze is on its way and we aren’t talking about temperatures. A freezing rain advisory is in effect from 9 a.m. Sunday morning until 6 p.m. Sunday evening for DuPage County. Ice in excess of a quarter of an inch is possible, according to the National Weather Service. A winter storm watch was initially in effect, but the weather service updated its weather outlook Saturday afternoon. The National Weather Service is predicting freezing rain mixed with sleet will arrive Sunday morning and continue throughout the day until the evening when temperatures begin to rise and the sleet turns to rain. The ice accumulations may cause tree limbs and power lines to be weighed down, if winds increase it could cause …
Linda Kraig
9:26 pm on Thursday, March 7, 2013
Thank you, Lagrange Park. Amazing job moving the snow. All you unhappy people in La Grange should move here! more ›