(4:00PM - Saturday 3/12/22)​ Daylight saving time begins tonight at 2AM Sunday March 13th, when we push clocks ahead 1 hour.

This is a good time to...
-Test smoke/carbon monoxide detectors, and replace batteries.
-Test weather radio, and replace batteries (If applicable).
-Review home severe weather preparedness plans and kit.
-Check vehicle safety preparedness kit.

JP

(3:00PM Tues - 3/1/22) This week is severe weather preparedness week for Illinois. We are once again at that time of year where focus will eventually begin to shift from wintry weather to severe weather. This is a good time to review all home/vehicle/personal/pet preparedness/safety, as well as ensure you have a working weather radio for your home.

We have put together a page with several useful links, which can be accessed from the link below. From extreme heat to flooding to tornadoes...We have included preparedness/safety tips for you and your home, as well as some helpful tips for your pets. Illinois Storm Chasers Severe Weather Info/Preparedness Page (Click)

Additionally, the NWS has also put together pages with severe weather info and preparedness. NWS Severe Weather Info/Preparedness Pages (Click)