Downpours prompt Chicago flood risk on Thursday
Heavy rain and scattered showers are expected throughout the day on Thursday in the Chicago area.
Thunderstorms have prompted a ground stop at O'Hare Airport through 7:15 a.m. and Midway Airport through 6:45 a.m.
There will be a flood risk across most of the area with scattered morning showers and heavy downpours possible, especially along and north of I-80.
Rain chances decrease this afternoon, with seasonable highs in the mid-70s expected.
Some areas could see rainfall rates of 4.5 inches per hour.
