Northwest Side Floods Worsen as Rain Returns, Residents Brace for More

Storms on Tuesday dumped 2.43 inches of rain at O’Hare, triggering widespread flooding on Chicago’s Northwest Side, including flooded basements and streets. More rain is forecast, with a flood watch in effect until early Thursday and the potential for another 1–2 inches by Saturday. City officials logged thousands of 3-1-1 calls for flooding, and residents report ongoing damage. Experts and advocates call for long-term fixes like underground holding tanks and green infrastructure to mitigate increasing rainfall and flood risk.