Winter Storm Warning

Locations Affected

Springfield, IL ∙ Champaign, IL ∙ Decatur, IL ∙ Kenney, IL ∙ Altamont, IL ∙ Lodge, IL ∙ Arcola, IL ∙ Fithian, IL ∙ Borton, IL ∙ West York, IL

Full Alert Message

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Lincoln IL 420 AM CST Sat Jan 24 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 9 PM CST SUNDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 10 inches, with 10 to 12 inches possible from I-70 south. * WHERE...Portions of central, east central, southeast, and west central Illinois. * WHEN...From noon today to 9 PM CST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Blowing and drifting snow is possible Sunday afternoon and Sunday evening with north winds gusting 20 to 25 mph. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for Illinois can be obtained on the Internet at www.gettingaroundillinois.com

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