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Arlington Heights Today
By the People, for the People
Arlington Heights Area Schools Close Due to Blizzard Warnings
Falling and blowing snow leads to hazardous travel conditions, school closures
Mar. 16, 2026 at 2:20pm
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Several schools in the Arlington Heights, Illinois area have been closed due to a winter storm that brought heavy snow and strong winds, leading to blizzard warnings from the National Weather Service. The hazardous travel conditions have impacted the morning commute, with roads, bridges, and overpasses becoming slick and visibility reduced by blowing snow.
Why it matters
The winter storm and school closures disrupt normal routines for families in the Arlington Heights community, requiring them to adjust work and childcare plans. The hazardous driving conditions also pose safety risks for residents traveling in the area.
The details
According to the National Weather Service, a winter weather advisory remains in place for several counties in the Chicagoland area, including Cook, DuPage, and Will counties, until 1 p.m. on Monday. The advisory warns of snow and blowing snow, with wind gusts up to 45 mph. The blowing snow is expected to reduce visibility and make travel hazardous, especially on roads, bridges, and overpasses. The gusty winds could also bring down tree branches.
- The winter storm arrived Sunday night and continued into Monday morning.
- The National Weather Service issued blizzard warnings for parts of the Chicagoland area.
- The winter weather advisory is in effect until 1 p.m. on Monday, March 16, 2026.
The players
National Weather Service
The federal agency that provides weather forecasts and warnings for the United States.
Walsh Academy
A public school in Des Plaines, Illinois that is closed due to the winter storm.
Christian Liberty Academy
A private school in Arlington Heights, Illinois that is closed due to the winter storm.
Valeo Academy
A private school in Hoffman Estates, Illinois that is closed due to the winter storm.
Metro Prep/Laureate Day School
A daycare in Arlington Heights, Illinois that is closed with e-learning due to the winter storm.
What they’re saying
“Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous, and blowing snow will result in reduced visibility and make travel hazardous at times through the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.”
— National Weather Service (patch.com)
What’s next
The National Weather Service will continue to monitor the winter storm and provide updates on the hazardous travel conditions throughout the day.
The takeaway
The winter storm has caused significant disruptions to the Arlington Heights community, with school closures and hazardous driving conditions. Residents are advised to exercise caution and avoid unnecessary travel until the storm passes and conditions improve.
