Flood Advisory
Cook County, IL; Lake County, IN · until Sat 9:00 AM CST
A Flood Advisory means minor flooding along waterways and other poor drainage areas is imminent or may already be occurring. Persons in the advisory area should use caution and avoid flood waters.
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
* WHERE...Extreme Southeast Central Cook County in northeastern Illinois... Central Lake IN County in northwestern Indiana...
* WHEN...Until 900 AM CST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Storm drains and ditches may be clogged with debris, increasing the risk of flooding.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 153 PM CST, Doppler radar indicated lake effect rain. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. Between 1 and 2 inches of rain has fallen since Thursday evening. Several creeks and streams are rising, including the Turkey Creek near Merrillville which has recently risen above bankfull. - Additional rainfall amounts up to 1 inch are expected over the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... The Far East side of Chicago, Hammond, Gary, Calumet City, Merrillville, South Shore, East Chicago, Schererville, Hobart, Lansing, Crown Point, Highland, Munster, Cedar Lake, Griffith, Dyer, South Deering, St. John, Lake Station, Lynwood, Lakes of the Four Seasons, Whiting, Winfield and New Chicago. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
What to do during a Flood Advisory
- 1Slow down on wet roadsPonding water can make cars slide.
- 2Avoid low spotsUnderpasses and dips fill with water first.
- 3Never drive through waterYou can’t tell how deep it is or if the road is gone.
Flood Watch vs. Warning
Flood Advisory questions
Is a Flood Advisory dangerous?
It is less serious than a warning, but water on roads can still be deadly. Never drive through it.
How long does it last?
Usually a few hours.