A storm threat is ahead for the Chicago area on Thursday afternoon. Here’s what you can expect.
Rain showers are expected between noon and 5 p.m. ahead of evening storms.
Stronger storms with heavy rainfall and gusty winds are expected between 6 p.m. and midnight. Rain totals could reach upwards of 2 inches.
The main storm threats include damaging winds and heavy rain leading to ponding, according to the National Weather Service.
Areas southwest of the city and in Northwest Indiana can expect a severe storm threat.
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