- CHICAGO AREA RAINFALL AMOUNTS DRIVERS
- CHICAGO AREA RAINFALL AMOUNTS DRIVER
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OAK LAWN 2 SE 3.10 IN 0645 AM 10/25 COCORAHS PALOS PARK 2 WSW 3.26 IN 0700 AM 10/25 COCORAHS PALOS PARK 4 W 3.34 IN 0800 AM 10/25 COCORAHS OAK FOREST 1 NNW 3.42 IN 0700 AM 10/25 COCORAHS OAK LAWN 1 WSW 3.43 IN 0730 AM 10/25 COCORAHS MIDWAY AIRPORT 3 SW 3.50 IN 0700 AM 10/25 COOP PARK FOREST 1 WNW 3.52 IN 0730 AM 10/25 COCORAHS OAK LAWN 2 WNW 3.56 IN 0800 AM 10/25 COCORAHSĬHICAGO HEIGHTS 2 NNW 3.53 IN 0800 AM 10/25 COCORAHS Here are the totals reported by the National Weather Service's Community Collaborative Rain, Hail and Snow Network: LOCATION AMOUNT TIME/DATE PROVIDER Midway International Airport got 3.5 inches of rain. While it may present a temporary inconvenience, it is better for water to pool on the street than in residents' basements," the statement said, in part.CHICAGO (CBS) - A long and dreary stream of steady rain from Sunday into Monday brought 1 to 4 inches of rain to the Chicago area, causing widespread flooding on streets and highways, and knocking out power to thousands.Īccording to the National Weather Service, Chicago's official rainfall total from Sunday morning through Monday morning was 2.61 inches, measured at O'Hare International Airport, although even larger amounts were seen in some areas, including 3.98 inches in the Hyde Park neighborhood. As our climate changes and we see heavier rain events in compressed periods of time, it is difficult for our sewer system to move the water efficiently.
"To assist with moving water into the wastewater system, please do not use extra water to shower, do laundry or dishes while experiencing storm conditions. The mayor's office released a statement reminding people to stay off the flooded roads and asking residents to be mindful of their water use. Residents can call 3-1-1, visit or use the CHI311 app to report water in your basement, standing water in the street or viaduct flooding.Īs of 3:30 p.m., OEMC said they have received 412 calls about water in basements, 264 calls about water on streets and 38 calls about flooded viaducts. The Chicago Office of Emergency Management and Communications urged motorists to use caution and avoid driving through standing water on streets, viaducts and low-lying areas.
CHICAGO AREA RAINFALL AMOUNTS SERIES
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Some people can't afford tows," said driver Sam Martinez. "The rain hasn't stopped, and so the water levels ain't going down, so right now, we're just waiting, waiting patiently. But, getting all those trapped vehicles out is no easy task, with many having to wait patiently for water levels to begin to recede.
CHICAGO AREA RAINFALL AMOUNTS DRIVERS
Tow truck drivers have been doing brisk business. I opened the door, and the water started flooding my feet," Fisher said. "I went and my car just started floating, and I said, 'Oh, snap.' So, my first reaction was to try and get out of the car. A young girl was seen being evacuated from the pickup truck she was riding in, while others attempted to get out on their own walking through what, in some cases, was waist-deep water.
"My GPS was going crazy, and I didn't know where I was going," said Katera Fisher.Īt one point on Sunday morning, no less than seven vehicles and their passengers were trapped as floodwaters inundated ta viaduct right off I-290 at 5th and Cicero avenues.
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