Sat, May 1st High Wind Event Update #1

(11:45PM - 4/30/21) A storm system moving through the region on Saturday will bring a period of high winds to the state, from Saturday morning through Saturday evening.

​​Forecast...
A storm system moving through the region on Saturday will bring a period of high winds to the state, Saturday morning through Saturday evening. Model guidance has stayed consistent regarding the wind conditions expected. High winds aloft, characterized by a low level jet of 40-60KT, will be in place. Mixing depths will support wind gusts of 30-45MPH across Northern Illinois, Saturday morning through Saturday evening.

​Below is the high wind forecast for this event.

JP