Severe weather passes through Chicago area
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Potentially strong storms are in the forecast for the Chicago area for both Wednesday and Thursday .
What to Know A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect for virtually the entire Chicago area until 10 p.m. Power outages are already being reported in western Illinois, and a ground stop has been issued at Chicago’s O’Hare Airport.
Chicago is under the threat of severe weather Wednesday with all hazards in play, including tornadoes, damaging winds and hail.
Potentially dangerous and damaging thunderstorms will affect more than 100 million people into Wednesday night and again on Thursday and Thursday night in the Midwest. Storms will also drench parts
