Possible severe storms in Chicago area by late Sunday
CHICAGO — The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for much of the Chicago area Sunday afternoon, including Cook, DuPage, Grundy, Kendall, McHenry, Lake, and Will counties until 5:45 p.m.Much of the concern had to do with quick winds of about 55 to 60 miles per hour sweeping across the Chicago area that were not associated with an actual thunderstorm, according to CBS 2 Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon.
Scattered thunderstorms are possible late Sunday and through the evening hours. Storms that do develop could turn severe.The primary threats will come from storms producing damaging winds, up to 60 miles per hour, and flash flooding. Secondary threats include storms producing large hail and an isolated tornado.For most of the area, the severe risk is a level 2 out of 5, and the flash flood threat has elevated as well.
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