Over 1,500 households on Chicago's North Side are breathing a sigh of relief after ComEd restored power in the early morning hours, leaving nearly one-third of the area without electricity during the worst of a deep freeze that gripped the region on Friday.
The restoration comes as crews worked around the clock to address the outages, with most cases unrelated to the frigid temperatures. West Ridge bore the brunt of the disruptions, but power has since been reestablished, according to ComEd's website.
Meanwhile, residents were bracing for another harsh night ahead, with wind chills plummeting as low as 36 degrees below zero at O'Hare Airport and 34 below zero at Midway International Airport. The National Weather Service warned of a cold weather advisory that would remain in effect through Saturday, with temperatures expected to remain well below zero.
"It's just another cold night expected," said David King, meteorologist for the National Weather Service, who cautioned that any perceived warmth is relative. He also predicted 1-3 inches of snowfall from a major winter storm passing over the region between Saturday and Sunday, but warned that it would take time to accumulate, potentially mitigating some impacts.
As the city prepares for another day in the cold snap, King advised residents to stay indoors or bundle up when venturing outside. "Consider what you're doing and how long you have to be out," he said, emphasizing the importance of caution during the prolonged cold stretch.
The restoration comes as crews worked around the clock to address the outages, with most cases unrelated to the frigid temperatures. West Ridge bore the brunt of the disruptions, but power has since been reestablished, according to ComEd's website.
Meanwhile, residents were bracing for another harsh night ahead, with wind chills plummeting as low as 36 degrees below zero at O'Hare Airport and 34 below zero at Midway International Airport. The National Weather Service warned of a cold weather advisory that would remain in effect through Saturday, with temperatures expected to remain well below zero.
"It's just another cold night expected," said David King, meteorologist for the National Weather Service, who cautioned that any perceived warmth is relative. He also predicted 1-3 inches of snowfall from a major winter storm passing over the region between Saturday and Sunday, but warned that it would take time to accumulate, potentially mitigating some impacts.
As the city prepares for another day in the cold snap, King advised residents to stay indoors or bundle up when venturing outside. "Consider what you're doing and how long you have to be out," he said, emphasizing the importance of caution during the prolonged cold stretch.
just had to chill about this chicago power outage 
, 1,500 households without electricity in one night is crazy! 
but on a silver lining, it's like a blessing in disguise for ppl who love indoor activities lol. and i feel bad for those braving the -36c weather 
, gotta respect them for being brave (or crazy 
). anywayz, stay warm chicago & bundle up everyone 
in chicago right now! i mean i feel bad 4 those who lost electricity but it's crazy how many ppl were out 
i heard it's been a nightmare on the west ridge area, hope everyone stays safe & warm 
what a winter storm is coming tho 1-3 inches of snowfall? that sounds intense 
. Wind chills are crazy low tho, like 36 below at O'Hare? 
! Stay warm Chicago! 
. I mean, can you even imagine not having heat at -36°C? 
It's crazy how some areas were left without electricity, but it's great that crews worked day and night to get everything back up and running. West Ridge really took a hit though 
. On the bright side, the National Weather Service is keeping us in the loop about what's coming next – 1-3 inches of snowfall? 
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anyway, back to chicago... poor ppl who lost power for a day can never 
. It's interesting to note that while most cases were unrelated to the extreme weather conditions, it highlights the importance of grid infrastructure resilience in such situations. ComEd's efforts to restore power are a testament to their commitment to maintaining public safety and utility services 
. The fact that wind chills were expected to reach as low as 36 degrees below zero at O'Hare Airport is truly astonishing, and it's essential for citizens to prioritize their well-being by staying indoors or taking necessary precautions when venturing outside 
. As the city prepares for another day in the cold snap, it's crucial that residents remain vigilant and take steps to mitigate the risks associated with prolonged exposure to extreme temperatures 
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at least com ed stepped up and got the power back on tho 
now we just gotta wait it out until saturday. 1-3 inches of snow is not what i need right now, just give me a warm cup of coffee and some cozy vibes 
. With wind chills reaching -36°C at O'Hare Airport and -34°C at Midway International Airport, it's essential to prioritize caution when venturing outside, especially for vulnerable populations like the elderly 
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comed needs to step up their game, especially with this deep freeze they brought in... 36 degrees below zero at o'hare? that's just insane 
meanwhile, a 1-3 inch snowfall and all we're worried about is the power coming back on? priorities, people! 
! I mean, 1,500 households left without power? That's crazy. And it's not like they're even saying what caused all these outages... most cases unrelated to the weather, but who knows, right? Anyway, can't believe we gotta deal with this freezing stuff for another day 
. At least O'Hare and Midway airports are warning us about the weather... thanks, I guess 
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