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Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Chicago Amid Cold Front

4/1/2026

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A Severe Thunderstorm Warning is in effect for Chicago, with large hail, damaging winds, and a low tornado threat Monday night into Tuesday.
After Monday’s 80-degree record, a cold front will drop temperatures to around 37 by Tuesday night.
Southern Chicago and Northwest Indiana face Level 2, while areas to the north and west stay at Level 1.
More rain and storms are expected this week.

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A Severe Thunderstorm Warning is in effect for Chicago, with large hail, damaging winds, and a low tornado threat Monday night into Tuesday.
After Monday’s 80-degree record, a cold front will drop temperatures to around 37 by Tuesday night.
Southern Chicago and Northwest Indiana face Level 2, while areas to the north and west stay at Level 1.
More rain and storms are expected this week.