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2 Inches of Snow Expected in HP
While other communities prep for snowmageddon, Highland Park can expect a light dusting.
HIGHLAND PARK, IL - Officials in Highland Park expect “a coating of 2 inches of snow” by Thursday morning.
The National Weather Service announced late Tuesday that the Chicagoland region could see up to seven inches of flakes from 9 a.m. Wednesday through 4 a.m. Thursday.
While a Lakeshore flood advisory also sent Tuesday has been cancelled, strong northerly winds of up to 50 mph are still expected near Lake Michigan.
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According to a city memo, “the strong winds has the potential to cause damage to buildings and trees, please take extra caution if walking outdoors.”
Anyone experiencing a downed power line should call ComEd immediately at 1-800-EDISON-1 or 1-800-334-7661, or text OUT to 2-6-6-3-3, or access ComEd.com to report the location.
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The city’s Snow and Ice Control plan is in place should the situation escalate. Remember, if it snows more than four inches, the city will shovel your sidewalk for you.
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