Headline:
Flood Watch issued September 19 at 3:39AM CDT until September 19 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Event:
Flood Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
September 19, 2026 - 1:39am
Expires:
September 19, 2026 - 9:45am
Description:
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be
possible.
* WHERE...Portions of north central and northeast Illinois, including
the following counties, in north central Illinois, Boone, Ogle and
Winnebago. In northeast Illinois, McHenry.
* WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Roads and
streets may be flooded.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- Showers and thunderstorms will produce heavy rain this morning
which may cause localized flash flooding. Additional showers and
thunderstorms may produce heavy rain and localized flash flooding
tonight when another flood watch for flash flooding may be
needed.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instruction:
A Flood Watch for flash flooding means rapid-onset flooding is
possible, but not yet certain, based upon the latest forecasts. Flash
flooding is a dangerous situation. Persons with interests along area
rivers, creeks, and other waterways should monitor the latest
forecasts and be prepared to take action should flooding develop.
Area Description:
Winnebago; Boone; McHenry; Ogle
Forcast Office:
NWS Chicago IL
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov