Severe Weather Alert: Chicago Faces High Winds, Hail, and Tornado Threat on Monday

CHICAGO (WLS) — The Chicago area is bracing for potentially severe weather conditions set to hit on Monday.

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Meteorologists have placed the region under a Level 2 risk for severe storms.

Earlier on Monday, the area experienced some storm activity.

In Wheaton, emergency crews are addressing multiple incidents involving downed trees and power lines due to strong winds. These conditions have also resulted in power outages in certain areas.

The most significant threat of severe storms is anticipated between 4 and 11 p.m. According to Butler, strong winds are likely to occur from noon to 4 p.m., even without accompanying storms.

The key risks associated with these storms include strong winds, with the potential for hail and tornadoes.

There is a Ground Stop for departures to Chicago O’Hare International Airport due to thunderstorms until 7:15 p.m., the Federal Aviation Administration said. There is a 30-60% chance of extension.

There is also Ground Delay at O’Hare until about 3 a.m. Tuesday due to thunderstorms. Delays are averaging 210 minutes.

Over 120 flights have been canceled at O’Hare Monday.

There is a High Wind Warning for McHenry, Lake, DeKalb, Kane, DuPage and parts of Cook County until 4 p.m.