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Vermilion Valley Regional Communications Joint Authority
Sunday January 27th, 2019 :: 03:05 a.m. CST

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Winter Weather Advisory until 06:00PM Monday

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 PM CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Wind chills as low as 25 below zero this morning. Heavy snow and patchy blowing snow late this evening and overnight with freezing drizzle and patchy blowing snow likely at times Monday. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches, and ice accumulations of a light glaze possible.

* WHERE...La Salle and Kendall counties.

* WHEN... For the Wind Chill Advisory, until 9 AM CST this morning. For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 9 PM this evening to 6 PM CST Monday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning commute. Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes this morning.

* AFFECTED AREAS: LA SALLE ... KENDALL

Instructions:

A Winter Weather Advisory means that periods of snow, freezing drizzle, and blowing snow will cause travel difficulties. Expect slippery roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. A Wind Chill Advisory means that cold air and the wind will combine to create low wind chills. Frostbite and hypothermia can occur if precautions are not taken. Make sure you wear a hat and gloves. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by going to www.gettingaroundillinois.com in Illinois or by calling 1 8 0 0 2 6 1 7 6 2 3 in Indiana.

Address/Location
Vermilion Valley Regional Communications Joint Authority
844 W Lincoln St
Pontiac, IL 61764

Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 815-844-0911

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Alert Details

Severity:
Moderate - Possible threat to life or property
Urgency:
Expected - Responsive action SHOULD be taken soon (within next hour)
Certainty:
Likely (p > ~50%)
Category:
Meteorological (inc. flood)
Event:
Winter Weather Advisory

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