8/14/2023 10:50:00 AM until 8/15/2023

A Flood Watch for flash flooding means rapid-onset flooding is possible, but not yet certain, based upon the latest forecasts. Flash flooding is a dangerous situation. Persons with interests along area rivers, creeks, and other waterways should monitor the latest forecasts and be prepared to take action should flooding develop.

FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...A portion of northeast Illinois, including the following areas, Central Cook, DuPage, Kane, Lake IL, McHenry, Northern Cook and Southern Cook. * WHEN...Through this evening. * IMPACTS...Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Underpasses may be flooded. Roads and streets may be flooded. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Periods of heavy rainfall will accompany showers and thunderstorms today across northeastern Illinois. Rainfall rates in excess of one inch per hour are likely, with isolated rainfall rates over two inches per hour. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood