The National Weather Service issued various wind advisories throughout Illinois Thursday and Friday. Gusts are expected to reach 60 mph in some areas.
Here’s the forecast.
Wind Warnings in Illinois
The NWS issued a High Wind Warning in northern Illinois through 4 p.m. Friday, with gusts up to 60 mph expected.
A Wind Advisory, which is a step below a High Wind Warning, is in place throughout central Illinois through Friday morning. Gusts up to 50 mph are expected.
How strong will winds be in Illinois Thursday?
Here are the maximum wind gusts the following cities are expected to see Thursday:
How strong will winds be in Illinois Friday?
Here are the maximum wind gusts the following cities are expected to see Friday:
Central Illinois weather radar
Chicago weather radar
This article originally appeared on Journal Star: NWS issues Wind Advisories in Illinois as 60 mph gusts enter forecast
Reporting by Hannah Hudnall, Peoria Journal Star / Journal Star
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