Winter Weather Advisory for McLean County; up to 3 inches of snow

Posted on February 26, 2015

Up to three inches of snow could fall in McLean County by Thursday morning. (Photo courtesy National Weather Service)

By Eric Stock

LINCOLN – McLean County roads were snow and ice covered for early-morning travelers on Thursday.

The National Weather Service projects two to three inches of snow in McLean County while some areas west of the Illinois River could get up to five inches of snow.

A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect until 9 a.m. for McLean, Tazewell and Woodford counties and much of west Central Illinois.

The weather service says an Alberta Clipper low pressure system is bringing accumulating snow, spreading southeastward through the region overnight. Snow is expected to tape off in the morning.

North to northeast winds of 10 to 15 mph will  accompany this storm, causing minor drifting of snow according to the weather service. Untreated roadways and walkways will be slick and icy, while limited visibility will cause hazardous travel conditions at times.

Check Illinois road conditions here and cancellations here.

Eric Stock can be reached at [email protected].

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