Chicago weather: Strong storms bring heavy rain, high winds to parts of area

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Strong storms brought heavy rain and gusty winds to parts of the Chicago area Tuesday morning.

A Severe Thunderstorm Warning was in effect for Cook, DuPage and Lake counties in Illinois until 4:45 a.m.

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The National Weather Service said the storms were capable of producing 60 mile-per-hour wind gusts and quarter-size hail.

ABC7 Meteorologist Phil Schwarz said showers will be possible in the morning hours before becoming cloudy and cool in the afternoon, with a high around 75.

Beach Hazard Statement in effect through the afternoon hours for rip currents.

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