Severe storms race through Chicago area Fri. night

Severe storms headed to Chicago Friday night; wind advisory in effect for potential 70+ mph gusts
A windy and warmer day kicks off Friday in Chicago, but a severe storm threat is expected to develop after dark, bringing with it the possibility for damaging winds.
Chicago weather: Severe storms move across area Friday night into Saturday
A round of severe storms moved into the Chicago area Friday night, with strong winds continuing onto Saturday during St. Patrick's Day celebrations. Multiple Tornado Warnings and Severe Thunderstorm Warnings were issued across the Chicago area, but have since expired.
Severe storms, strong winds expected in Chicago over St. Patrick’s Day weekend
A storm could move through the Chicago area Friday night bringing severe weather. Temperatures could reach the 70s during the day. Wind gusts could reach up to 50 mph Saturday with mostly sunny skies and temperatures in the 60s for the parade.
Daylight reveals damage from overnight storms in Chicago area, parts of Illinois
Barn owner Scott Thorp said he was still awake when the storm hit and was not expecting to come out to what he saw.
Chicago weather: Severe storms, tornado threat possible Friday
Chicago will see warm temperatures Thursday before strong winds, severe storms Friday night, and a weekend cooldown with the possibility of rain and snow.
Overnight storms leave trail of damage across Chicago area, parts of Illinois
Severe winds and storms overnight left a trail of damage across the Chicago area and in parts of Illinois. The far west suburbs followed tornado warnings in Dupage, Kendall, Kane, and Dekalb counties.

Chicago area, snow and colder

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