Slow down and use caution while traveling. Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. In Illinois, the latest road conditions for Illinois can be obtained on the internet at www.gettingaroundillinois.com. In Indiana, the latest road conditions for Indiana are available by calling 1-800-261-7623.

WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY... ...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM CST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...For the Wind Chill Advisory, very cold wind chills of 20 to 30 degrees below zero expected. For the Winter Weather Advisory, near-blizzard conditions are exepcted this morning in open areas. North-south roads will be most severely impacted by the severe blowing and drifting. * WHERE...Portions of northeast Illinois and northwest Indiana. * WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until noon CST today. For the Wind Chill Advisory, until 9 AM CST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Near-blizzard conditions in open areas will make travel extremely dangerous early this morning. Drifting snow will make some north-south roadways impassable. Avoid travel unless absolutely necessary. If you must travel, expect slowed speeds and include emergency supplies in your vehicle. Ensure others know your travel plans in case you get stuck. The cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as few as 10 minutes.