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The Storm Prediction Center has placed most of the Chicago area under a “slight” risk of severe weather on Saturday, and eight area counties are under a tornado watch until 8 p.m.

NBC 5’s Iisha Scott has the details on a severe weather threat that could hammer Chicago Saturday.

The Storm Prediction Center has placed most of the Chicago area under a “marginal” risk of severe weather on Sunday, and storms are beginning to move their way into the area.

Strong to severe storms possible with damaging wind gusts being the main threat. An isolated tornado is possible.