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Wednesday, December 19, 2012

Thundersnow, Gale-force Winds Predicted for Elmhurst Area

Two to 6 inches of snow and winds between 50 and 60 miles per hour are expected by Thursday night.

You didn't really think we could go too much longer without snow, did you? Well, it appears we will now have to pay for our long, record-breaking stretch without it. A blizzard is unfolding near the Colorado/Kansas border as we speak, and will roll northeastward into our area by Thursday. This storm will be known for its gusty winds, from 50 to 60 miles per hour, causing extensive blowing and drifting and possible whiteout conditions. According to the National Weather Service, rain will come first Wednesday night, with possible thunderstorms beginning in the early morning on Thursday and lasting most of the day. The snow will start about 5 p.m. Thursday and continue into the early morning hours on Friday. A winter storm watch is in effect …

Maureen Clemente

5:09 pm on Wednesday, December 19, 2012

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Saturday, August 4, 2012

Flash Flood and Severe Thunderstorm Warnings for Elmhurst

National Weather Service is warning residents to seek shelter.

A storm bringing quarter-size hail and winds up to 70 miles per hour is bearing down on Elmhurst. A severe thunderstorm warning is in effect until 4:45 p.m. for Cook and eastern DuPage Counties. At 3:45 p.m., the storm was located along a line from Carol Stream to Peotone and moving east at 50 miles per hour. The warning area includes the city of Chicago. Lollapalooza organizers have ordered an evacuation of Grant Park. The National Weather Service is calling the storm "extremely dangerous" and is warning residents to stay away from windows and seek shelter. A flash flood warning is in effect until 6 p.m.

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John Eleniewski

1:19 pm on Sunday, August 5, 2012

We lost power for 12 hours ... Van Buren/Hillside south one block...   more ›

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