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Storms Result In Hundreds Of Canceled Flights In Chicago
With a series of thunderstorms moving through the Chicago area on Wednesday, airlines have canceled hundreds of flights at O’Hare International Airport.
Heavy Rain, Thunderstorms To Soak Chicago Area
Keep your umbrella handy today. Heavy rain and thunderstorms are moving through the Chicago area.
Rain, Thunderstorms Ahead For Chicago Area, Snow Possible By Thursday
It’s looking like a messy week of weather for the Chicago area, with more rain likely on and off Tuesday, severe thunderstorms possible Wednesday, and even some snow possible Wednesday night into Thursday.
High To Hit 76 As Clouds Break In The Afternoon
The clouds that dominated the area Tuesday morning will break in the afternoon, while highs reach a comfortable 76 degrees.
More Storms Coming This Afternoon
A round of storms overnight ripped down some trees in the Chicago area, and more storms hit the area just in time for the morning rush.
Pouring Rain Gone For Now, But Storms Coming Wednesday
If you’re an early-shifter, you might have gotten drenched by pouring rain on the way to work Tuesday. You won’t have that problem again for the rest of the day. But you’d be well advised to bring your umbrella with you on Wednesday.
Rain Coming In The Evening, Will Hang Around Until Friday
Get ready for rain and rain and rain starting Wednesday evening – a pattern that might be annoying, but will help quench the drought that has plagued the area this summer.
Severe Thunderstorms Pass Through Chicago Area
Severe thunderstorms passing through the Chicago area are expected to give way to cooler temperatures this evening.
90-Degree Heat, High Humidity For Afternoon, Possible Storms For Some
Yet again, the stifling heat is building in Chicago, with an afternoon of 90-degree heat and increasing humidity on tap.
Warm And Pleasant Afternoon; Thunderstorms For Some This Evening
The clouds earlier in the morning have given way to sunny and pleasant skies, but some areas could be seeing thunderstorms later.
Highs Just In Low 80s With Occasional Shower Or Storm
The sweltering heat from just two days ago has been cut down to seasonable and comfortable temperatures in the 70s, although occasional showers and storms are likely to persist through the day.
More Storms May Come In Afternoon, Evening
Chicagoans on the early shift had the pleasure of waking up to pouring rain and thunderclaps Thursday morning, and more storms may be coming later in the day.
Near-Record Heat To Give Way To Rain, Cooler Air
The near-record breaking heat that blanketed the Chicago area on Wednesday is expected to give way to cooler air the remainder of the week.
Overnight Storms Not Enough To Break Drought
The storms that rocked the Chicago area overnight weren’t enough to end the drought, but they were a good start.
Storms Rip Down Trees, Set House Ablaze, Cut Power To Thousands
Booming cracks of thunder awoke the Chicago area overnight, but many homeowners are finding more than just rain on the streets outside.
Cold Front Brings Relief From Heat, T-Storm Warning
Most of the Chicago area has finally caught a break from the extreme heat, and even see a rip of thunder and a torrent of rain before the day is through.
Another Sweltering Day; Storms Possible Later In Afternoon
It’s yet another sweltering day Monday, and more storms could be coming just a day after a quick round of thunderstorms wreaked havoc on the area.
Severe Storms Could Bring 100 MPH Winds
Severe thunderstorms are moving through Chicago area Sunday that could produce 100 mile per hour winds and quarter size hail, according to the National Weather Service.
Severe Storms Sweep Across Chicago Area Friday
Following a day of triple-digit heat, the Chicago area is seeing some strong thunderstorms today.
Sunny And Idyllic Friday; Rain May Come On Sunday
Conditions will be idyllic as the work week comes to an end, but come the weekend, there is a chance of rain that could come when the Gay Pride Parade is in progress.
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