Parts of Chicago were under a severe thunderstorm warning on Wednesday morning as a storm system moved east through northern Illinois, according to weather officials.
Scott Baker, meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Romeoville, said they’re seeing a weakening trend with the system as it moves toward the Chicago metro area but can’t completely rule out the potential for strong winds.For the rest of Wednesday morning, Baker said the Chicago metro area can expect lightning and steady rain.with “extensive delays” due to a high wind warning near Crystal Lake as of 9:38 a.m.
“Having some rain move through right now, it’s helping to keep us a little bit cooler. So temperatures might not get up as high today just because we are staying a little cooler through this morning,” Baker said. Hot and humid temperatures are still expected for Thursday and Friday, with potential for midday storms.
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