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Lake County Flooding Risks Rise Amid Heavy Rainfall

4/19/2026

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  • Heavy rainfall in Lake County heightens flooding concerns along multiple waterways.
  • The Des Plaines River is forecast to crest around 15 feet this weekend.
  • Flooding is reported in Lincolnshire and Antioch as neighborhoods avoid floodwaters.
  • Brian Frank, chief engineer of the Lake County Stormwater Management Commission, warns conditions could worsen.
  • Authorities monitor the situation, provide sandbags, and keep pumps operational.