Chicago Area Under Flood and Severe Thunderstorm Watches Amid Storms
The Chicago area is under a Flood Watch and Severe Thunderstorm Watch as severe weather continues to impact the region. According to CBS Chicago, multiple rounds of storms are expected to bring heavy rain, strong winds, and lightning overnight into Monday. The Flood Watch covers several counties in Illinois and Indiana, with the potential for widespread flooding. The Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect for numerous counties, with the risk of severe weather persisting through the night. Power outages have been reported, and ground stops were issued at O'Hare and Midway airports due to the storms.