Severe Storms and Flooding Expected for Monday Morning Commute

A Yellow Alert is in effect through Monday morning due to storms and heavy rain causing flooding in the area. Many northern and western suburbs experienced torrential rain, leading to flash flood warnings, road closures, water rescues, and a house fire caused by lightning. A Flood Watch remains in place until 6 a.m. Monday. Rounds of heavy rain will continue through the early morning hours of Monday, with average rain totals ranging from 1-3 inches. Monday is expected to be less active, with the sun appearing and temperatures warming up. Showers and storms may return in the afternoon, but they are not expected to be as intense or widespread as today.