Winter Storm Update

Our next winter storm is almost here! Here's the latest.

Radar at 5:25pm

Precision Doppler is showing the bulk of our snow still sitting in central Illinois as of 5:25pm. Snow is expected to move in after dark and start picking up major steam around 9:00 or 10:00pm.

Here's the latest impact forecast. The heaviest snow will fall late this evening and through the overnight. Snowfall rates could top 1" an hour. Combine that with wind gusts of 30mph, and we're talking blowing and drifting snow... not to mention limited visibilities. The snow and wind will calm by Friday morning, but the morning commute is looking messy, especially on secondary streets and untreated roadways.

The snow forecast hasn't changed much from Wednesday. We're still talking 3-6" for most of the Stateline, with an extra inch or two possible for our western counties (Jo Daviess, Carroll, and Whiteside).

Just a reminder to take it easy on the roads tonight and tomorrow morning. If you have an emergency kit in your car, make sure it's ready to go. If you don't, you should get an emergency kit! Basics include a first aid kit, a flashlight, blankets, water, and food.

We'll keep you updated through the night as the snow starts to fall... and don't forget to send us your snow reports or pictures. They help us know what's going on out there! E-mail them to weather@wtvo.com. Thanks!