"Winter Storm Brought Frigid Temps to Chicago, but Warmth is on the Way"
A week of biting cold and several inches of snow have left the Chicago area reeling. But as the winter storm finally begins to pass, forecasters are predicting temperatures will rise above zero by Monday, with highs expected to reach 8 degrees.
However, it's not all sunshine just yet. Temperatures will remain in the single digits through Tuesday, before slowly warming up throughout the week. The National Weather Service has issued no precipitation forecasts until Thursday, after snow fell across the city on Sunday.
The storm caused widespread disruption, with hundreds of flights delayed or canceled at O'Hare and Midway airports, as well as treacherous road conditions that led to hundreds of crashes on state highways. "Temperatures in the single digits with steady snow is a recipe for very slick, hazardous roads," warned the National Weather Service.
As residents struggle to cope with the cold, warming centers are set to open across the city from Monday to Friday, providing a respite from the chill. The locations include community service centers, libraries, and senior centers, where people can warm up and receive assistance as needed.
A week of biting cold and several inches of snow have left the Chicago area reeling. But as the winter storm finally begins to pass, forecasters are predicting temperatures will rise above zero by Monday, with highs expected to reach 8 degrees.
However, it's not all sunshine just yet. Temperatures will remain in the single digits through Tuesday, before slowly warming up throughout the week. The National Weather Service has issued no precipitation forecasts until Thursday, after snow fell across the city on Sunday.
The storm caused widespread disruption, with hundreds of flights delayed or canceled at O'Hare and Midway airports, as well as treacherous road conditions that led to hundreds of crashes on state highways. "Temperatures in the single digits with steady snow is a recipe for very slick, hazardous roads," warned the National Weather Service.
As residents struggle to cope with the cold, warming centers are set to open across the city from Monday to Friday, providing a respite from the chill. The locations include community service centers, libraries, and senior centers, where people can warm up and receive assistance as needed.
... I mean, I know it's Chicago, it's basically like living in a real-life video game or something 
, but still. Who needs that much snow? And don't even get me started on the cold - 8 degrees is basically balmy for you guys! 
On the bright side, warming centers are opening up, so at least people will have somewhere to go if they're struggling to cope. But seriously, can we just fast forward to spring already? 
I'm over the polar vortex vibes for this year 
i feel for all those ppl struggling to keep their homes warm... like, what's up with the weather, right? one day it's snowing, next day it's freezing 
and now they're telling us it's gonna be warm by monday? like, where's the consistency, lol 
anyway, at least there are warming centers popping up so ppl can escape the chill... hope everyone stays safe out there 
so yeah i think its awesome that warming centers are opening up in chicago for ppl who got affected by the winter storm like they should be able to get some help and warmth no matter what 
it makes me wanna stay positive and think about how everyone is gonna come together to support each other after this harsh weather 
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. Bring on those 8 degrees of sunshine! 
yaaas pls let us get warm and cozy without havin to go thru all that snow and ice... hope every1 stays safe & dry out there 
This is crazy... like, I know winter is cold in Chicago, but 8 degrees is like, what?! 
And all that snowfall on Sunday was a nightmare for everyone... I mean, flights got canceled, roads were super slippery... how are people even driving? 
I'm glad warming centers are opening though, at least we can get some help and warmth... it's good to know there are people looking out for us 
can't wait for the sun to come out and make the snow melt away 
hopefully the warming centers will be super helpful for all those who need a break from the cold 
it's amazing how much of a difference a little bit of warmth can make - i'm already imagining myself sipping hot chocolate by the window with a good book 
. It’s just a big swing from super cold to... well, still kinda cold 
. Anyway, warming centers are gonna be super helpful for people who can’t get out of their houses or don’t have heat 
. I hope everyone stays safe and warm this week 
i mean, 8 degrees sounds nice but it's still freezing my butt off 
at least some ppl can get outta the cold and get some help while its still getting messy outside 
I mean i know some ppl in chicago were like "we're dyin over here" but to me it's still pretty cold lol how do they deal with all those snow days tho? my mom used to have to shovel their car every time it snowed lol anyway, warming centers sound like a great idea 
still have snowflakes stuck to ur face tho 
. On one hand, it's awesome that warming centers are opening up for people who need a break from the chill. Libraries and community centers are always great places to hang out, so I hope those spots get slammed with people seeking some warmth 
️. But still, I'm rooting for warmer temps ASAP! Can't wait to ditch my parka and boots for shorts and sandals 
. And what's with all these warming centers? Like, why do we need those? Can't we just use our heaters or something? 