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CBS 2 Chicago Meteorologist. Naperville native. NWA Approved. Instagram: @lbannonwx
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Tornado threats Wednesday as two rounds of storms move into Chicago area

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By Laura Bannon Verified
| WBBM-TV (Chicago, IL) Verified
Two rounds of potentially severe thunderstorms are moving into the Chicago area on Wednesday. Some storms could produce wind gusts up to 75 miles per hour, large hail, and torrential rainfall, especially near and south of I-80. The first round of storms is expected between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. Heavy rain, hail, and wind are the main threats, especially south of I-80. A flood watch will take effect from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. for most of the area.
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Tornado outbreak possible in Chicago area Thursday, with highest threat in west suburbs

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By Laura Bannon Verified, David Yeomans, Adam Harrington
| WBBM-TV (Chicago, IL) Verified
Another day of severe weather in Chicago is expected Thursday, with a high possibility of a dangerous tornado outbreak in the afternoon and evening. The Chicago area has been upgraded to a Level 4 out of 5 risk for severe storms. The National Weather Service warns that the threat for tornadoes is notably higher Thursday than typical during severe weather events, and the threat of more dangerous and violent tornadoes is also enhanced.
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Second day of dangerous storms coming for Chicago Thursday, with high tornado concerns

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By Laura Bannon Verified, Adam Harrington
| WBBM-TV (Chicago, IL) Verified
Thursday will be the second potentially dangerous severe weather day in a row in Chicago, with multiple rounds of storms possible from the late morning through the night. The first batch of storms could arrive around midday into the early afternoon, bringing the risk of damaging winds and large hail — especially north of I-80.
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