Chicago Weather

Powerful storms with 85 mile-per-hour winds, tornado-like conditions and hail ripped through the Chicago area Monday, leaving flash flooding, downed trees ...

Tenants scrambled to exit the building as the fire department arrived to provide help. "We will be clearing downed trees and pathways and assessing the extensive damage this morning." According to a statement, Brookfield Zoo says it must delay its opening time Tuesday due to storm damage. A structural engineer is expected to inspect the building today to see if and when resident can return. Photos and videos from across the Chicago area show damage to residential buildings, neighborhoods and yards, leaving some unable to return to their homes due dangerous debris from the severe weather. Powerful storms with 85 mile-per-hour winds, tornado-like conditions and hail ripped through the Chicago area Monday, leaving flash flooding, downed trees and powerlines, and residential damage in its path as it blew from west to east, traveling from Elgin to Lake Michigan.

As the severe weather leaves, extreme heat will follow. Temperatures in the high 90s will hit Chicago on Tuesday and Wednesday.

Three Chicago women died in a Rogers Park senior housing facility during a heat wave last month. The hot weather could set local records. But it will feel even hotter.

The Chicago area could potentially see several rounds of showers and thunderstorms on Wednesday, with severe weather potentially impacting the area in the.

Weather update: Ahead of a potential extreme heat wave this week, the skies erupted in the Chicago area Monday afternoon and evening – prompting several ...

A supercell thunderstorm ripped through the Chicago area, prompting tornado warnings and leaving widespread wind damage from Illinois to Indiana.

A south track would bring severe weather to portions of the area bringing destructive winds & damaging hail. If possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or in the evenings if you work or will be spending time outside. DFSS will provide free face coverings for guests who do not have one and want to utilize the cooling areas. Throngs of people looking for shelter scrambled to the airport's lowest level. Dangerous heat and humidity will arrive this week with peak heat index values over 100°F. Heat-related illnesses may develop in fewer than 30 minutes after strenuous outdoor activity. Several Metra lines temporarily suspended service as the storm blew through. A complex of storms is expected to move across the Upper Midwest on Monday, but uncertainty remains in storm track. A favorable direction spared the village mayor's own home. We're just grateful it fell away from the house." And with good reason. Residents are advised to take extra precautions, including drinking plenty of fluids, staying in air-conditioned areas and staying out of the sun. "Roselle, they take care of each other.

A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for Porter County in northwest Indiana until 8:30 p.m..

A Weather Alert is in effect due to dangerous heat in the forecast for Tuesday and Wednesday afternoon. A daily record high is expected on Wednesday with a high of 97° in Chicago. Lows will be warm in the low 70s. For tonight, an isolated shower or thunderstorm is possible through the late evening. A Heat Advisory is in effect for the area through Wednesday evening. Meantime, Tuesday's high could flirt with 100 degrees, with a forecast temp of 98.

A severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located over Streamwood at 6:13 p.m. and was moving east towards O'Hare Airport at 30 mph, the weather ...

One homeowner's massive tree was completely uprooted due to the high winds. A severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located over Streamwood at 6:13 p.m. and was moving east towards O’Hare Airport at 30 mph, the weather service said. The warning expired at 7:45 p.m., the weather service said.

For some areas, a heat advisory will go into effect Monday at noon. By Tuesday at noon, the rest of the Chicago area will be under a heat advisory.

During that time, some areas could see damaging winds of up to 75 miles-per-hour and very large hail. Thursday is expected to be partly sunny, with temperatures in the mid-to-upper 80s and a chance for morning showers. Friday is expected to be partly sunny as well, with high temperatures in the low 80s. According to Storm Team 5, Tuesday is expected to be mostly sunny, hot and humid, with a high temperature of 97 degrees, just two degrees shy of the record high temperature of 99 degrees set in 1987. The evening is expected to be mostly dry and partly sunny, with temperatures in the mid-80s. A mild morning with temperatures in the 50s and 60s will give way in the afternoon to humidity and temperatures in the mid-80s to low-90s, but hotter temperatures expected inland, according to Storm Team 5.

CHICAGO (CBS) -- Chicagoland could experience the hottest temperatures in a decade, CBS 2 chief meteorologist Albert Ramon reports.

A daily record high is expected on Wednesday with a high of 97 in Chicago. A Weather Alert is in effect due to dangerous heat in the forecast for Tuesday and Wednesday afternoon. Tuesday's high could flirt with 100 degrees, with a forecast temp of 98, which would be the hottest temperature of the year so far.

A heat advisory is issued for Tuesday and Wednesday in northern Illinois, where heat index values could reach between 105 to 109 degrees, according to the ...

Heatstroke is more serious and occurs when the body starts to lose its ability to regulate itself. It could feel more like the 70s near Lake Michigan. Ready for reform? - Trina Davila Center – 4312 W. North Ave. - North Area Center – 845 W. Wilson Ave. - Garfield Center – 10 S. Kedzie Ave.

Officials say it's important to stay hydrated, keep your home cool, and check on children, older adults and pets.

"Certain folks are more vulnerable to the heat, adults 65 and older, those with chronic medical conditions, people who work outside, young children, absolutely. That can go a long way," said Brian Williamsen, Red Cross of Illinois. CHICAGO - It may have been comfortable in Chicago on Monday, but officials are warning of dangerous temperatures this week in the city.

The warning is in effect until at least 7:15 p.m. Monday, according to an emergency alert. Residents should quickly take shelter in a basement or interior ...

Click here to support Block Club with a tax-deductible donation. Thanks for subscribing to Block Club Chicago, an independent, 501(c)(3), journalist-run newsroom. If you are in a mobile home or in a car, you should move to the closest substantial shelter and guard against flying debris, according to the alert.

A tornado warning has been issued for northeastern Cook and northeastern Kane counties until 6:45 p.m..

A Weather Alert is in effect due to dangerous heat in the forecast for Tuesday and Wednesday afternoon. A daily record high is expected on Wednesday with a high of 97° in Chicago. Lows will be warm in the low 70s. For tonight, an isolated shower or thunderstorm is possible through the late evening. A Heat Advisory is in effect for the area through Wednesday evening. Meantime, Tuesday's high could flirt with 100 degrees, with a forecast temp of 98.

The city is reminding people to take precautions to avoid extreme heat emergencies. When the humidity is factored in, it will feel as hot as 105 degrees and ...

The Illinois Department of Transportation launched around-the-clock Hot Weather Patrols to more quickly locate and assist customers stranded along its roads during the dangerously high temperatures and humidity. The Chicago Department of Family and Support Services will provide free face coverings for guests who do not have one and want to utilize the cooling areas. If possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or in the evenings if you work or will be spending time outside. The Illinois Department of Transportation launched around-the-clock Hot Weather Patrols to more quickly locate and assist customers stranded along its roads during the dangerously high temperatures and humidity. The Chicago Department of Family and Support Services will provide free face coverings for guests who do not have one and want to utilize the cooling areas. If possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or in the evenings if you work or will be spending time outside. Dangerous heat and humidity will arrive this week with peak heat index values over 100°F. Heat-related illnesses may develop in fewer than 30 minutes after strenuous outdoor activity. RELATED: Calls for cooling ordinance grow after 3 women found dead in Rogers Park senior apartment building Residents are advised to take extra precautions, including drinking plenty of fluids, staying in air-conditioned areas and staying out of the sun. The Chicago Office of Emergency Management and Communications will speak about 9 a.m., ahead of the heat wave. Residents are advised to take extra precautions, including drinking plenty of fluids, staying in air-conditioned areas and staying out of the sun. The Chicago Office of Emergency Management and Communications will speak about 9 a.m., ahead of the heat wave.