Flood Watch Issued for Chicago Area Amid Ongoing Heavy Rain
Officials placed a flood watch on most Chicago-area counties on Thursday due to ongoing heavy rain that raises flood risk.
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Officials placed a flood watch on most Chicago-area counties on Thursday due to ongoing heavy rain that raises flood risk.
The National Weather Service placed a flood advisory on Thursday for Broward and parts of Miami‑Dade County due to heavy rain, with 1–2 inches already recorded and another inch or two expected before the advisory lifts at 2:30 p.m.
Cleanup began on September 27-28 on the New Jersey coast following flooding and beach erosion from a recent nor'easter. The storm reflects the heavy rain and wind patterns common to nor'easters in the Mid-Atlantic.
The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago warned residents to delay showers and avoid laundry appliance use as heavy rain approaches, aiming to reduce flood risk. The advisory supports the Tunnel and Reservoir Plan’s management of billions of gallons of water through seven plants.
Three individuals were rescued from flooded roads in Tonopah and New River by the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office after heavy rain caused flooding and related disruptions on September 29, 2026.
Texas activated extra emergency resources for anticipated heavy rain and flooding in central Texas after forecasts indicated the heaviest rainfall and heightened flood risk.
Rising king tides and ongoing rain caused severe flooding that stopped traffic and closed the westbound I-395 off‑ramp in downtown Miami on September 29, 2026.
King tides in September 2026 flooded the lobby and garage of Sunshine Bay condo in Miami Beach, and crews are working to pump out the water while residents wait.
The September 26‑27 nor’easter produced over‑three‑foot flooding statewide, the first in over three decades, according to analysis by Rutgers climatologist Dr. John Krasting.
Flood defenses in South Battery Park City were finished before a strong nor'easter hit the city, aiming to protect the area from storm‑related flooding.
Westchester County is creating a flood‑mitigation plan for Mamaroneck Avenue, led by the county executive, in response to recent severe‑weather flooding.
King Tides from Sep 27 to Oct 1 produced three‑hour floods on Hollywood Broadwalk, forcing residents to wade through water.
A nor'easter on September 26 drove record‑high tides along New Jersey’s coast, causing the worst flooding at one site since Superstorm Sandy, with forecasts indicating elevated water levels will persist through the night.
South Florida will see a brief dry spell on Thursday as a weak cold front moves in, offering temporary relief after several days of heavy rain and flooding, but rain is expected to return later next week.
Meteorologists are monitoring a low‑pressure system that could develop into a nor'easter, potentially bringing heavy rain, gusty winds and flooding to eastern Massachusetts this weekend as cooler fall air arrives.
The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago asked residents to reduce water use on September 19, 2026, to protect water quality and lower flood risk ahead of forecasted rain and thunderstorms.
Up to three inches of rain are expected in Chicago from Saturday through Sunday, creating heightened flood risk, especially along I‑57 and I‑55. Meteorologists attribute the rain to a series of storm systems moving into the region.
A flood advisory was issued in Broward County on Thursday after heavy storms caused road flooding, stalled vehicles and detours, prompting emergency crews and vacuum trucks to clear drainage systems.
An action cam recorded a car stuck in a few inches of flood water on a Collingdale road on September 13, 2026, after recent rain caused low‑lying streets in Delaware County to fill, leaving several vehicles stranded.
Heavy rain on Sunday caused flooding at Nordale School, prompting the Winnipeg School Division to close the facility for three to four months just before the new term begins, with students being reassigned to other schools while repairs proceed.