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Gusty winds on Friday, rain this weekend thanks to Helene

Tracking Hurricane Helene and its expected effects on Chicago
Tracking Hurricane Helene and its expected effects on Chicago 02:43

CHICAGO (CBS) — Clouds will increase Thursday night with lows in the 60s.

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Friday will feature gusty winds thanks to the remnants of Hurricane Helene moving into the mid-South. Gusts on Friday could top 40 miles per hour in the late afternoon and evening hours.

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Highs on Friday will be in the mid-70s. Gusty winds will create dangerous lakeshore conditions with waves potentially as high as 10 feet on Friday and Saturday.

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Moisture associated with what's left of Helene will move into the Chicago area this weekend, producing chances for showers both Saturday and Sunday. 

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Next week will feature a front on Monday, bringing cooler conditions for Tuesday and Wednesday.

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