Lake County will be impacted by bitter cold temperatures over the
next several days. The forecast includes single digit day-time temperatures
followed by below zero night-time temperatures beginning Wednesday, Dec.
14 through at least Friday, Dec. 16.
What to Expect:
- Dangerous Wind Chills (Wednesday night) - Possible
impacts from frostbite and hypothermia.
- Freezing Roads (throughout this week) -
Isolated/dangerous travel conditions
- Snow / Wintry Precipitation (Friday and Saturday).
Low visibility and dangerous travel conditions.
It's recommended that you allow extra time for travel Friday
morning. Motorists should make sure their vehicles are appropriately prepared for
winter weather, including keeping their fuel tank full.
You are also encouraged to have emergency supplies in your
vehicle and a winter emergency kit at home such as:
- blankets
- food
- fully-charged cell phone
- flashlight with extra batteries
- And
more
Lake County Emergency Management will be monitoring this evolving
situation. Please refer to the National
Weather Service.
Check Local Road Conditions and Traffic with Lake County PASSAGE View
a map of road conditions and events, including crashes, stalls, debris, and
other roadway incidents, and see camera images of major intersections at www.lakecountypassage.com. iPhone
and Android users can also download PASSAGE apps. PASSAGE:
847-377-7000 |
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