First published 9/19/2026, 8:37:15 AM · Last updated 9/19/2026, 8:37:15 AM

Flood Advisory issued September 19 3:29AM–9:00AM CDT by NWS Chicago (IL)

The National Weather Service Chicago office issued a Flood Advisory effective September 19 from 3:29 AM CDT until 9:00 AM CDT for the Chicago, Illinois area, indicating potential for localized flooding and hazardous travel conditions.

Categories: severe-weather-and-natural-disasters, travel-and-transportation

Generated scores

Scores are based on the cited reporting and use a 1–10 scale. Read the methodology.

Confidence: 9/10How certain the assessment is based on the clarity and evidence in the cited reporting.
Geographic reach: 3/10How widely the event reaches, from a local area (1) to worldwide impact (10).
Global importance: 4/10The event's broader significance, from limited importance (1) to major global importance (10).
Impact magnitude: 3/10The scale or severity of the real-world impact, from minor (1) to extreme (10).
Positivity: 2/10How harmful or beneficial the event is, from strongly harmful (1) to strongly positive (10).
Urgency: 8/10How time-sensitive the event is, from low urgency (1) to immediate attention needed (10).

Why it matters

Localized flooding can inundate roads, damage property, and create hazardous driving and pedestrian conditions during the advisory period. Nearby residents and travelers should take precautions and avoid flooded roadways.

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Flood Advisory issued September 19 at 3:29AM CDT until September 19 at 9:00AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL

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