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Chicago Flooded: Over 5 Inches of Rain Falls Overnight

7/10/2025

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Chicago was hit hard by torrential rain overnight, unleashing over five inches in just two-and-a-half hours. The deluge caused severe flooding, especially in downtown and the West Side, stranding countless vehicles under viaducts. Authorities urge drivers to steer clear of floodwaters, which can hide treacherous conditions beneath their surface.

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Story summary

Chicago was hit hard by torrential rain overnight, unleashing over five inches in just two-and-a-half hours. The deluge caused severe flooding, especially in downtown and the West Side, stranding countless vehicles under viaducts. Authorities urge drivers to steer clear of floodwaters, which can hide treacherous conditions beneath their surface.