India, May 17 -- Illinois officials warned locals about a dust storm that hit Chicago on Friday. According to the National Weather Service, dust storm warnings were in effect for several Chicago-area counties. The warning remains in effect until 8 PM local time for Kendall, northern LaSalle, northwestern Will, and southern DeKalb in Illinois.

Meanwhile, officials warned about near 0 visibility in Bloombington. Several accidents were reported.

"Near 0 visibility in places with several accidents reported on I-55. I-55, south of Bloomington, and I-74 near Leroy are CLOSED with closure expansions anticipated. DO NOT TRAVEL unless absolutely necessary, until winds subside," officials warned.

I-39 between mile markers 66 and 77

I-55 between...