 Lake County Weather Update
& Closings
Ann Maine District 21
February 1, 2011
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A Note from Ann | Dear Neighbors,
As you know, we are under a blizzard warning until 3 pm Wednesday February 2. Here is the latest information I have on activities related to the storm.
On Monday, in preparation of the storm, Govenor Quinn issued a declaration of disaster. He has activated 500 National Guards to assist stranded motorists. You can learn the latest in State of Illinois Preparation. including travel tips, and state facility closures.
Snow removal efforts are already underway. Highway departments and police departments urge you to eliminate any unnecessary travel. Not only does this keep you safe, it allows the crews to clear the streets more easily.
Please continue your good neighbor policy and check on the sick and elderly, especially if power is lost.
FEMA has information on winter storms and extreme cold.
You can also monitor weather conditions at the Illinois Severe Weather Site.
I have included the latest information on most school closings. Please be sure to check your school web site for the most recent information, as not all schools have made their decisions.
Please pass this notice on to anyone who might find it helpful.
Ann
Ann B. Maine Lake County District 21 amaine@lakecountyil.gov
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Update on Government, School and Other Closings
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Lake County Forest Preserve District Closings
Due to the amount of snow expected and blowing winds, the preserves and facilities will be closed Wednesday February 2. It is unlikely that crews will be able to plow the roads and open gates at preserves until Thursday, February 3.
Parking areas and entrances to preserves and dog Parks will be closed. Independence Grove, the Discovery Museum, Green Belt Cultural Center, Ryerson Woods Visitor Center and the District Offices in Libertyville will be closed. Please check the forest preserve closure notice or call 847-968-3235 for the latest information.
re there to help. Drivers should stay a minimum of 50 feet behind plows, and never attempt to pass a snow plow on the right."School Closings
Lake County Offices will be closed
Lake County government offices and the 19th Judicial Circuit Court will be closed on Wednesday, February 2, 2011. All courtrooms in the main courthouse in Waukegan, branch courts in Park City, Round Lake and Mundelein and the juvenile court in Vernon Hills will be closed. If you need to reschedule court appearances, visit 19th Judicial Court, or call 847-377-3380.
In addition, County government offices in Waukegan and Libertyville, as well as the Health Department will be closed.
All essential functions, including Department of Transportaion, Winchester House and Sheriff's Office will continue operations. Lake County will resume regular operating hours on Thursday, February 3, 2011.
School Closings. Please check you school web site for the latest updates. Not all schools have been decisions at the time I am sending this.
Deerfield-Highland Park High School District 113 will close at 1 pm February 1 and be closed on Wednesday, February 2.
At this time Stevenson High School District 125 has not made a decision. However, all after school activities and evening programs for February 1 are canceled.
Libertyville-Vernon Hills Community High School District 128 will be closed on Wednesday. All after school activities are canceled for February 1.
School is also closed on Wednesday at Oak Grove School District in Green Oaks and at Bannockburn School District 106.
Libertyville Dist 70 has canceled after school activities for February 1 and canceled school for Wednesday February 2.
Deerfield Dist 109 has canceled after school activities and is dismissing students at 2:45 on Tuesday. Classes are canceled for Wednesday February 2.
Lincolnshire-Prairie View School District.
Remember, Lake County Passage system can give you Real-time traffic information, regularly-updated images from multiple traffic cameras. Updated traffic information is also available on Highway Advisory Radio 1620 AM. I have listed some helpful links b
I encourage you to forward this to others who may be impacted by this weather.
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Weather Information on line
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If you are interested in following the weather, you may want to visit the National Weather Service site. Of special interest are the "forecast discussion" and the "hourly weather graph." These are both accessed by clicking on your approximate location on the area map, then scrolling to the bottom of the resulting local forecast page. On the forecast page, there are links within the bottom right text box labeled "Additional Forecasts and Information" for both the "Forecast Discussion" and the "Hourly Weather Graph." The discussion provides a technical discussion of the most recent forecast models, expectations, and uncertainty. The hourly weather graph displays a variety of forecast parameters for the next 48-hour period, which is helpful when considering the onset of precipitation or changes in wind speed and direction.
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