Accumulations of up to 9 inches could be possible in southern Wisconsin. This presents dangers to motorists due to bad visibility and icy road conditions. Waves 12 to 16 feet tall are possible, according to ABC7 Meteorologist Larry Mowry, along with wind gusts of up to 40 to 50 miles per hour. * Affected Area...Lake IN, Porter, Newton, Jasper, Benton. "If you don't have to be out on the road, it might be a good idea to rethink your travel plans.". CHICAGO (WLS) -- A winter storm dropped snow across the Chicago area Wednesday morning and high waves have caused some problems along the city's lakefront. In this photo, a lone man walks in the snow on the Brooklyn Promenade, in the Brooklyn borough of New York City, April 2, 2018. "It's certainly possible we could see some damage from the storm this weekend in the short term. Waiver: https://t.co/IF60Hh7jBZ pic.twitter.com/CTTEg9MDxq. Snow And Severe Thunderstorms Forecast This Week, Nonstop Snow In Newfoundland Capital Hits Business And Travel. Copyright 2020 AccuWeather. * Relative Humidity...As low as 25 percent. Because Lake Michigan water levels have been high all year, the flooding on the lakefront could create very hazardous conditions for drivers and pedestrians alike. United has issued a travel waiver for Chicago for anyone traveling on Jan. 11 or 12. Check your flight status and explore rebooking options: https://t.co/3TFoXxGFXO pic.twitter.com/X76n6Qyl4m. Most homeowners have much less to worry about, but many stocked up regardless. The National Weather Service (NWS) said Chicago should expect anywhere from 8 to 12 inches of snow late Monday night. On the other hand, there will be rain, and not snow, at the I-95 corridor in the Northeast. WATCH: ABC7 AccuWeather Forecast There is also a lakeshore flood warning … The National Weather Service warns that the high waves and winds combined with record-high lake levels could worsen the already heavy beach erosion, especially in the Rogers Park neighborhood where there's been an effort to repair the damage. NWS forecasts this year's snowfall might exceed 10 inches, making this the heaviest for the Windy City since November 2015. That's enough to lay salt on about 10 miles of road. Strong northerly winds with gusts of up to 40 mph ripping across Lake Michigan means lakeshore flooding is likely. * Timing...Late Saturday morning through early Saturday evening. Travelers on those days can change their flights for no cost on the mobile app, by direct messaging the airline on Twitter or by calling the reservations line at 1-800-864-8331. This weekend's snowstorm could disrupt transportation in the U.S. IDOT deployed an army of salt trucks as well as minutemen for drivers who end up stranded. Chicago Streets and Sanitation and OEMC officials said Friday they are prepared for whatever the storm might throw at them. A potent winter storm taking aim on Chicago this weekend could wallop the city and suburbs with a mix of heavy rain, dangerous ice and more than a half-foot of snow in some places. Waukegan is in the bullseye for what could be a winter wallop. NWS offices in Texas have issued as many, or more, warnings this season. Saturday. At the Algonquin Public Works Yard Friday afternoon they filled salt trucks, getting them ready for what they expect will be a busy weekend ahead. Travel will be disrupted and school closings are likely. Where Is Tropical Storm Zeta Headed Next? A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for Boone, DeKalb and McHenry counties from 9 p.m. Friday until 3 a.m. Sunday. A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for Boone, DeKalb and McHenry counties from 9 p.m. Friday until 3 a.m. Sunday. WFO CHICAGO Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Saturday, October 17, 2020. The pedestrian path on the Lakefront Trail is closed south of Fullerton Avenue, and both bike and pedestrian trails are closed from North Avenue to Ohio Street, the Chicago Park District said. You have permission to edit this article. Kankakee, Livingston, Iroquois and Ford Counties. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch for Boone, Cook, DuPage, Kane, Kendall, Lake, LaSalle, Lee, Ogle and Winnebago counties from 9 p.m. Friday to 3 a.m. Sunday. On the other hand, the heaviest snow is expected Tuesday into Wednesday evening from Iowa and Missouri to Michigan. Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. American Airlines said passengers traveling from O'Hare may be eligible to change their flights with the change fee and fare difference waived if they booked an American Airline flight before Jan. 9, are scheduled to travel Jan. 11 or 12, can travel between Jan. 9 and 14, don't change their origin or destination city and rebook in the same cabin or pay the difference. "Once you get past five or six feet you're talking about potentially dangerous waves," said Rich Guidice, executive director of the Office of Emergency Management and Communication. At least 6 inches of snow is likely across much of McHenry County and northwestern Lake County. Click here to see American Airlines travel alerts. The storm will begin with rain as it sweeps across the area Friday evening. Officials are reminding drivers to avoid parking on snow routes. All rights reserved. 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"I feel like this is Chicago and it's inevitable," she said. And that means a potential for heavy damage to lakefront property. RELATED: Top 5 biggest snowstorms in Chicago. WFO CHICAGO Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Saturday, October 17, 2020 ————— FIRE WEATHER WATCH The Illinois Tollway tweeted that they are preparing their fleet of snowplows in advance of the storm moving in. Snowfall rates might top one inch per hour Tuesday into Wednesday. This winter storm will dump snow on portions of the Plains, Midwest and Northeast this week. Around 16 million people in the Midwest are under a winter storm warning as artic air continues blanketing parts of the country. AIRLINES PREPARE FOR TRAVEL DISRUPTIONS FROM WINTER STORM. United Airlines and Southwest Airlines are preparing for the bad weather as well. This Arctic blast dumped 8.4 inches at Chicago O'Hare International Airport on the 25th. There is also a lakeshore flood warning from Friday night through Saturday night. * Winds...South 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. "Forecasts have changed all day, so it's one of those I'll get up every hour from probably about 3 o'clock in the morning and make a decision, come in, and start lining up the troops and go," said Waukegan Public Works Director Michael Hewitt.

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