Closings And Delays Ahead Of Dangerous Cold
TINLEY PARK, IL — Heavy snow and freezing temperatures ahead of the polar vortex are expected to bring hazardous conditions Monday. Schools, universities and other locations are canceling classes or delaying start times to keep people safe.
Officials are warning ahead of the polar vortex that is descending on the area to stay in when possible and to stay warm. So far, at least 18 people have died in Cook County from cold exposure since the start of the season, officials have said.
Cook County has a list of warming centers for those who need them.
Will County also has a list available online.
Here's what closed or starting late in your area.
Devry University - Tinley Park Campus (Tinley Park)| Opening late : 12:00pm
Fox College - - Vet Tech Institute (Tinley Park) | Opening late : 9:30am
Lewis University - Tinley Park Campus (Tinley Park) | Opening late : 10:00am
Victor Andrew High School (Tinley Park) | Opening late : 9:30am
Clearbrook (Arlington Heights) | Open, no busses
We'll keep you updated as information comes in. Check back for more.
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