< Special Weather Statement 03/01/2026 11:03 Illinois

Special Weather Statement 03/01/2026 11:03 Illinois

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued March 1 at 1:03PM CST by NWS Lincoln IL
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
March 1, 2026 - 11:03am
Expires: 
March 2, 2026 - 6:00am
Description: 
A weather system will move across central and southeast Illinois late this evening through early Monday morning producing around 1 inch of snow. Late tonight, the snow could mix with sleet and freezing rain, mainly in areas along and south of a Jacksonville to Decatur to Terre Haute, Indiana line. Though the ground is above freezing, isolated slick spots on untreated and elevated surfaces could lead to minor impacts late tonight and possibly during the Monday morning commute. Drivers should remain aware and reduce their speed if slick spots are encountered.
Area Description: 
Scott; Morgan; Sangamon; Christian; Macon; Moultrie; Coles; Shelby; Cumberland; Clark; Effingham; Jasper; Crawford; Clay; Richland; Lawrence
Forcast Office: 
NWS Lincoln IL
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov