Here's when tornadoes, quarter-sized hail could hit Chicago Thursday
Hannah HudnallAfter days of rainy weather, Chicago is set to get hit with more severe storms Thursday, with storms potentially continuing into the weekend. Hail, damaging winds and tornadoes will all be possible.
Here's the forecast.
What time will storms hit Chicago today? Where are tornadoes expected?
Several waves of thunderstorms are expected Thursday, with the primary weather threat between 3 and 9 p.m. CT, according to the National Weather Service.
Storms will be capable of producing hail up to a quarter size and damaging winds up to 70 mph. Tornadoes are also possible, primarily along and west of I-39.
Residents as far as south as Havana are expected to see similarly severe storms Thursday between 2 and 10 p.m.
Will storms continue Friday in Chicago?
Strong to severe storms could continue Friday afternoon into Saturday morning as the warm front lifts out of the area, according to the NWS.
This could bring rain, thunderstorms and even more tornadoes, though timing and placement are still unknown.
Wind advisory in Chicago
A wind advisory will remain in effect in Chicago through 7 p.m. Thursday evening, with gusts up to 45 mph possible.
Residents are advised by the NWS to secure objects outside and avoid driving high-profile vehicles. Tree branches could be blown down and power outages are possible.
