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Chicago Weather Alert: Severe storms Friday night, weekend storm chances ahead

By Laura Bannon

July 14, 2023 / 8:39 AM CDT / CBS Chicago

Chicago First Alert Weather: Weekend storm chances

CHICAGO (CBS)-- Get ready for a few more rounds of storms.

The risk for severe weather has increased and the next round of storms is expected to arrive Friday evening. The greatest risk for storms will be between 5 p.m. and midnight.

Wind damage, hail and flooding remain concerns as storms move in later in the day. The tornado risk is low.

Storm chances continue on Saturday afternoon. According to the National Weather Service, the strongest storms are possible Saturday night.

Sunday's storm chances increase later in the day.

Laura Bannon

Laura Bannon is the weekday morning meteorologist at CBS2. A native of Chicagoland, Laura grew up in Naperville. She is an Emmy-nominated meteorologist and holds her NWA Seal of Approval.

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