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Hydrologic Outlook

National Weather Service Chicago IL

211 PM CST Thu Mar 7 2024



...Steady rainfall tomorrow afternoon and evening may lead to minor 

flooding...

        

A period of steady rainfall is expected to move into the area on 

Friday, lingering into the evening. Widespread rainfall amounts up 

to one inch are possible across northeast Illinois and northwest 

Indiana, with amounts of 1-2 inches possible in isolated areas.  

Dormant vegetation and elevated soil moisture conditions will reduce 

infiltration and allow for much of this rainfall to runoff into area 

streams and rivers.



Ensemble river forecast guidance indicates the possibility of 

multiple rivers reaching bankfull due to this rainfall. Urban areas 

and poor drainage areas may also experience areas of standing water. 

While widespread flooding is not likely, a few river locations may 

near flood stage by this weekend.

         

This outlook means that elevated water levels and potential impacts 

are possible, but not yet certain. Persons should closely monitor 

forecasts including the possibility of flood watches, warnings, and 

advisories.

 

An update to this outlook will be issued by tomorrow morning.

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WSL