Active AlertsSchaumburg, IL

Flood Warning

Issued at Mon 7:56 PM Jul. 27

Issued by: National Weather Service

Recommended Action

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. 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. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov. The next statement will be issued by Tuesday afternoon.

Full details

Beach Hazards Statement

Issued at Tue 1:57 AM Jul. 28

Issued by: National Weather Service

Description

What: High wave action and dangerous currents expected at Lake Michigan beaches. Waves 7 to 11 ft expected.
Where: In Illinois, Lake, Northern Cook and Central Cook Counties. In Indiana, Lake and Porter Counties.
When: Through Wednesday morning.
Impacts: Swimming conditions will be life threatening, especially for inexperienced swimmers. For information on swim advisories or bans at Chicago beaches: www. cpdbeaches. com.

Recommended Action

Remain out of the water to avoid dangerous swimming conditions and do not venture out onto piers, jetties, breakwalls, or other shoreline structures.