Overnight snow expected to snarl morning commute

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Chilly Sunday on Montrose Harbor


Margaret Even of Rogers Park walks with her dog, Tilly, at Montrose Harbor on a chilly and sunny Sunday. Up to a half a foot of snow is expected to fall overnight, likely affecting Monday morning commuters.
(Jose M. Osorio/Chicago Tribune / February 3, 2013)















































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2:30 a.m. CST, February 4, 2013



















With up to half a foot of snow expected to accumulate, morning road conditions could cause hazards and delays for Chicagoland commuters.

The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory for the region that will remain in effect through noon today.


Forecasters expect the snow accumulation to range between two and five inches, with six inches possible in some places.


The city of Chicago deployed all 284 snowplows overnight, according to the Department of Streets and Sanitation. The plows will focus first on main streets before working to clear side streets.





Officials are urging drivers to use caution.


Check back for more information.

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