INDIANA — Heavy lake effect snow overnight into Friday morning is expected to make for a slow commute across northwest Indiana. Slippery roads, reduced visibility, and slush-covered pavement are likely during the morning rush. Drivers are urged to give themselves extra time to get to work and to slow down on wet and snowy roads.
Future Radar Shows Snow Over Hammond and Merrillville at 7 AM
Future radar for 7 a.m. Central Time on Friday shows snow covering much of Lake County, Indiana, including Hammond, Merrillville, and the areas around Gary. The heaviest pocket of snow is shown near Hammond along the Lake Michigan shoreline.
Snow is also expected across Porter County, including Portage and Valparaiso, with lighter snow reaching south toward Hebron. Areas closer to the lake may still see rain mixing in because of the warm lake water.
Chicago and South Suburbs Also See Snow During the Commute
The snow extends west into Illinois, covering Chicago, Evanston, Oak Lawn, and Chicago Heights during the morning commute. A heavier pocket of snow is also shown near the north side of Chicago.
Farther south, snow is expected in Beecher, Peotone, Manteno, Momence, and Kankakee. Rain is shown over Lake Michigan and along parts of the eastern edge near Roselawn, where temperatures may stay slightly warmer.
Slush and Reduced Visibility Expected on Major Roads
Motorists should plan for periods of reduced visibility, wet roads, and slush-covered roadways, especially on Interstate 80/94, Interstate 65, and the Indiana Toll Road. Bridges and overpasses could become slick first as temperatures hover near freezing…