Severe storms bringing potentially damaging winds were sweeping through the Chicago area late Friday night, as a fast-moving squall line raced through the state. The fast-moving line of storms was capable of producing destructive winds over 70 miles per hour and potential tornadoes,

Chicago will see warm temperatures Thursday before strong winds, severe storms Friday night, and a weekend cooldown with the possibility of rain and snow.

What started as a summer-like day Friday will end with potentially severe storms as a powerful system prepares to sweep across the region, but there's a narrow window of time you'll want to make sure you're prepared for.