Rockford, Ill. – Heavy rain is raising flood concerns across northern Illinois tonight, with a Flood Watch in effect through Sunday morning for Winnebago, Boone, McHenry, and Lake counties. Residents in Rockford, Waukegan, and surrounding communities could wake up to swollen creeks and water-covered roads.
According to the National Weather Service in Chicago, repeated rounds of rain have saturated the ground, increasing the risk for flash flooding in low-lying areas and along small rivers and streams. Officials warn that even familiar routes could be impassable overnight, particularly in areas with poor drainage.
Drivers are urged to avoid flooded roadways, as water depth can be deceiving and dangerous. Residents near creeks and retention ponds should move valuables to higher ground and be ready to act quickly if water levels rise.
The Flood Watch will remain in effect until late Sunday morning, with updates possible if rainfall persists or intensifies. More rain is expected early next week, keeping water levels elevated.
