Chicago weather: Line of potentially severe storms forecast to move into area Monday morning

ByCate Cauguiran and ABC7 Chicago Digital Team WLS logo
Monday, May 18, 2026 10:25AM
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CHICAGO (WLS) -- A line of potentially strong storms is expected to move through the Chicago area Monday morning.

The Storm Prediction Center has the area under a Level 2 slight risk for severe storms.

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ABC7 Accuweather Meteorologist Tracy Butler said strong storms could bring some gusty winds between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m.

Butler said showers and clouds are expected to linger in the afternoon and evening hours.

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