The Chicago area has gotten a bit of a reprieve from snow lately, but that’s going to change with multiple chances of accumulating snow in coming days.

Visibility in downtown Chicago was reduced as quick bursts of snow blew through the area this morning. The Windy City is currently experiencing a system dumping heavy snow on the area, causing ground stops at major airports like O'Hare International.

A band of snow moved into the Chicago area Wednesday morning, creating slick conditions for the morning commute.

A snow squall warning was issued with whiteout conditions across the Chicago area during the Wednesday morning rush.

Chicago weather Wednesday morning took a sudden turn for the worst, and a Snow Squall Warning was issued. But what is a snow squall?

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Heavy lake-effect snow is expected Wednesday and Thursday in northwest Indiana. A Winter Storm Warning is in effect from 7 a.m. ET Wednesday until 1 p.m. ET Thursday for La Porte County, Indiana and Berrien County, Michigan.

After record warmth, Chicago and the region turn sharply colder with falling temperatures, gusty winds and snow.

Chicago faces rain today with a 90% chance of precipitation, followed by a weekend cooldown and possible snow.