Summary
Chicago broke a rainfall record that had lasted 77 years when 2.43 inches of rain fell in one day. The heavy rain caused flooding concerns across parts of Illinois, Wisconsin, and Michigan, with flood watches and warnings still in effect.
Key Facts
- Chicago’s O’Hare Airport measured 2.43 inches of rain on Tuesday.
- This amount broke the previous daily record of 1.21 inches set in 1949.
- The rain made it the 6th rainiest April day on record for Chicago.
- Flood watches and warnings are active across several Great Lakes states.
- Rivers in Wisconsin and Michigan have reached major flood stage.
- The ground is already saturated, increasing the chance of flooding.
- Additional thunderstorms are expected, some potentially severe.
- Officials advise people near rivers to stay alert and be prepared to act.
