Chicago braces for strong storms Monday

FOX 32's Kaitlin Cody tells you what you need to know as a line of powerful storms approaches our area.

CHICAGO - A line of strong to severe storms will be moving through the Chicago area over the next couple of hours.

Damaging wind is the biggest threat, with gusts up to 70-80 mph, although all severe weather is possible, including damaging hail and tornadoes.

A severe thunderstorm watch is currently in effect until 4 p.m. with this line.

A cold front will move through later Monday into the evening with a chance for redevelopment of strong to severe storms as that happens.

The rest of the work week looks quiet with ample sunshine, lower humidity and highs in the upper 70s and low 80s through Friday.

Slightly warmer weather possible this weekend into early next week.