Will County under winter weather advisory until Friday midday

A winter weather advisory is in place until noon for Will, Cook, and Lake counties, the National Weather Service said.“Locally slippery travel due to lake-effect snow is expected. Localized snow totals in excess of 3 inches are expected,” the NWS said. “Conditions may vary from wet roads to snow-covered roads across just a mile, forecasters said.During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally heavy snow to dry weather just a few miles away, forecasters said. Visibility can also vary greatly, so drivers need to be prepared for rapid changes in weather, visibility, and road conditions, the NWS said.Slow down and exercise caution. In temperatures near freezing, it’s prudent to assume icy patches on the road and adjust your driving accordingly, the NWS said.Also, drivers need to keep an eye out for snow plows and provide them with ample room to pass. Before embarking on your journey, check the latest road conditions with the Illinois Department of Transportation and the