Strong winds and storms have caused many flights to be canceled at Chicago O’Hare Airport this morning. Delays are expected to continue all day today and perhaps even into tomorrow. The Chicago weather outlook for the next 48 hours is a bleak one. The midwest states are experiencing some of the strongest storms in recorded history. Barometric pressures are expected to be close to that of a category 2 hurricane at certain times today. The National Weather Service is warning of high winds approaching 60 miles per hour along with possible 1 inch hail and tornadoes.

Chicago O’Hare International Airport had to issue a “ground stop” according to the Chicago Department of Aviation. That means that over 125 flights had been canceled earlier today.

As of this afternoon flights have been resumed, but long delays are expected. Incoming flights may see delays of over 3 hours, while outgoing flights could be delayed by over an hour. The high winds and rain are expected to continue throughout Wednesday and into Thursday according to the National Weather Service and NOAA radar.