UPDATE: Severe weather risk upgraded for Chicago area; ‘torrential rainfall,' flooding possible
The NBC 5 Storm Team reports that between one and three inches of rain has already fallen in some parts, with between one and two more inches on the way. However, thunderstorms could produce additional quick rainfall, Roman added.
"The main threat will be heavy rain that will lead to localized flooding," Roman said of Wednesday's weather. According to the NBC 5 Storm Team, although scattered showers are expected throughout the morning, much of the heavy rainfall and severe storm potential is expected between 12 p.m. and 7 p.m. By 9 p.m., a few lingering showers may remain in the area, the NBC 5 Storm Team adds.
Temperatures Wednesday are expected to remain on the cooler side, with highs in the low 70s to low 80s.The Storm Prediction Center reports that much of the Chicago area this afternoon has been upgraded to a"slight" risk of severe weather and thunderstorms, which ranks as level two on a five-level scale.According to the NWS, in addition to heavy downpours and threats of flash flooding, the storms could bring damaging winds up to 60 miles per hour and quarter-sized hail.
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