Introducing ... the Final Pre-Storm Forecasts

As the first flakes of the blizzard begin to fall, Chicago weather outlets are essentially universal in their predictions of a massive fall of snow. WFLD is on the relative low end with a forecast of 12-14 on the north side of Chicago and 18+ on the south side. WGN has the highest low-range estimate (got that?) of 16 inches. WLS aired a map showing 34.4 inches of snow for Chicago (see graphic) which they claimed wasn't really a prediction (yet they showed it anyway ... hmm...).

As of Tuesday midday, here's the latest and final predictions of what promises to be a memorable -- and quite possibly historical -- winter storm for Chicago:

WMAQ: 1-2 feet
WBBM: 12-18, some 2-foot amounts
WLS: 1-2 feet common, weather graphic showing 34.4
WFLD: 12-14 north side; 18 inches south side
WGN: 16-24 inches
NWS: 15-24 inches

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Enjoy Mother Nature's generous serving tonight!