Chicago Schools Close as Historic November Snowstorm Hits
Hey everyone, so here’s what’s happening in Chicago right now — the city is being hit by a historic November snowstorm, and it’s causing major disruptions, including school closures across the area. Residents are waking up to snow piling up fast, thanks to a narrow but intense lake-effect snow band that’s moving through the city. Some neighborhoods could see snow falling at a rate of two to three inches per hour, which is so intense that roads can’t be cleared quickly, making travel extremely dangerous.
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning from midnight Sunday through noon Monday, warning that six to ten inches of snow are possible, with totals potentially higher near the lakefront. Some areas closest to Lake Michigan actually have a greater than 70 percent chance of seeing more than eight inches of snow. If this storm lingers over the city, Chicago could experience double-digit snow accumulation by midday, something that hasn’t happened in November since 2015. To put it in perspective, the record November snowfall in Chicago is 12 inches, back in 1895, so this is definitely historic territory.
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It’s not just the snow — the storm has already produced thundersnow, strong wind gusts up to 35 mph, and near-zero visibility at its peak. So, naturally, some schools in the Chicago area and Northwest Indiana have already announced closures or delayed starts to keep students safe. Commuters are being advised to stay home if possible because the morning commute on Monday is expected to be nearly impossible in spots. Even snowplows will struggle to keep up with how fast this storm is dumping snow.
This Arctic blast is not just for Chicago. It’s part of a larger cold air mass sweeping across much of the eastern United States. Temperatures are expected to plunge well below freezing in places that usually don’t see snow this early in the season, including parts of Georgia, Alabama, and even Florida. Cities like Atlanta, Washington, DC, and New York are bracing for record-low temperatures, with some areas expecting morning wind chills in the 20s.
The good news is this intense cold and snow won’t last long. Temperatures are forecasted to rebound by midweek, with highs reaching the 50s again by Thursday. Still, for now, Chicago residents are advised to stay indoors, prepare for potential delays, and be ready for what could be one of the snowiest Novembers in recent history. So if you’re a parent, a commuter, or just someone enjoying the winter scenery, this is one storm to take seriously.
Schools, businesses, and families are being urged to plan ahead and stay safe, as the first real taste of winter has officially arrived in Chicago.
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