Active AlertsHarvey, IL

The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Illinoi
S: Des Plaines River at Lincolnshire affecting Cook and Lake IL Counties. Des Plaines River near Des Plaines affecting Cook County. Des Plaines River near Gurnee affecting Lake IL County. Des Plaines River near Russell affecting Lake IL County.
What: Minor flooding is occurring and forecasted to continue.
Where: Des Plaines River from Palatine Road in Prospect Heights downstream to Irving Park Road in Chicago, including the Des Plaines gauge.
When: Until early Saturday morning.
Impacts: At 18.5 feet, Big Flood HistoryThis crest compares to a previous crest of 17.8 feet on 03/12/2021.Bend Road threatened in Des Plaines.
Additional Details: - At 7:45 PM CDT Tuesday the stage was 17.8 feet. - ForecastThe river is expected to continue gradually falling, and may fall below Flood stage by Friday evening. - Flood stage is 15.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

These forecasts are based on observed precipitation as well as forecast precipitation 24 hours into the future. Changes to the rainfall forecast, or any additional rainfall after 24 hours, may cause changes to these river forecasts. A Flood Warning means water levels above flood stage are imminent or may already be occurring. Persons along rivers and streams in the warned area should take immediate precautions to protect life and property. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov. The next statement will be issued by Wednesday afternoon.