Winter Weather Updates

The National Weather Service issued a Winter Storm Warning in effect from Friday morning to Saturday afternoon. Heavy snow, strong winds and dangerous travel conditions are expected.

All are encouraged to avoid traveling if possible. Residents are also reminded that street parking is prohibited after two inches of snow to allow Public Works to safely plow the roadways.

Village Hall will close to in-person business today at noon. Staff will continue to conduct business remotely. The Deerfield Public Library is also closed today.

This storm is causing power outages throughout the region. If you see downed power lines, leave the area immediately and then call ComEd at 1-800-EDISON-1 (1-800-334-7661). Representatives are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If your electric power is interrupted, be sure to report the outage right away. You may also visit Check My Outage Status or View Outage Map.

Warming shelters are available to individuals in need. The following locations and hours are available as warming shelters: 

• Police Department (850 Waukegan Road): 24 hours a day/ 7 days week
• Fire Station #20  (500 Waukegan Road): 24 hours a day/ 7 days week
• For further assistance or questions, contact the Police Department non-emergency line at 847-945-8636 or in Lake County, call 211.

Adopt-A-Hydrant

In the winter months, heavy snowfall makes finding and accessing fire hydrants difficult for firefighters, and during an emergency every second counts. The Village is asking residents, business owners, and community groups to consider participating in the Adopt-A-Hydrant Program. Participants get to name their hydrant to show their commitment to public safety.

Participation in the Adopt-A-Hydrant Program involves the following:

• Making sure the adopted fire hydrant is clearly visible from the street.
• Keeping the fire hydrant free of snow and ice. Snowfall and associated plowing activities can often hide hydrants under large amounts of snow, making them difficult to locate quickly in the event of an emergency.
• Keeping clearances of at least 3 feet all around the hydrant. Please use caution when shoveling.
• Keeping the hydrant free of grass, weeds, and debris.

Click here to find hydrants in your neighborhood available for adoptions.

Click here to register for the program.