Pat Quinn's office announced Tuesday evening that state government employees - except those serving in "continuity of government functions," such as public safety and health positions - are instructed to stay home on Wednesday. See full list.ġ0:55 p.m.: A few more snow totals before we put a lid on this for the night.ġ0:30 p.m.: Gov. Nearly all local schools called off classes for Wednesday. 28, 1900.Ī blizzard warning is in effect for the Springfield area until noon Wednesday. The storm has a slim chance to break Springfield's 24-hour snow record of 15 inches on Feb. All told, Springfield could see 10-15 inches. On Wednesday another inch of snow could fall in the morning. Between 10 and 15 inches were expected by the time the storm clears out Wednesday.Ī total of 6 inches fell in parts of Springfield during the day.Īnother 4 to 8 inches is possible tonight with 20 mph winds and 36 mph gusts making for extremely hazardous travel. The Springfield area was hit Tuesday with a relentless blast of snow and high wind that brought the city to a virtual standstill. Check interstate road conditions, report your weather closings to and watch for school closings on.
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