Severe Weather Causes Flooding and Power Outages in Chicago Area
The Chicago area experienced multiple rounds of severe weather, leading to significant flooding and power outages. A Flood Watch and Severe Thunderstorm Watch were issued for several counties in Illinois and Indiana. The storms brought heavy rain, strong winds, and lightning, causing widespread flooding and power outages affecting thousands of customers. The severe weather also led to delays at O'Hare and Midway airports and postponed a Chicago White Sox game. Emergency services responded to incidents, including rescuing individuals trapped by floodwaters.