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Flood Warning issued October 4 at 10:47AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL

Affecting Lake, IL

In effect until: Oct 5, 2026, 10:00 AM

Lake, IL

Confirmed in Lake, IL; expires 10:00 AM.

Avoid flooded areas. Move to higher ground if water is rising near you.

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...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in
Illinois...

Des Plaines River near Russell affecting Lake IL County.

* WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.

* WHERE...Des Plaines River from IL/WI state line downstream to US-41
in Gurnee, including the Russell gauge.

* WHEN...Until further notice.

* IMPACTS...At 7.0 feet, Low-lying wetlands and agricultural land is
inundated near the river.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 9:30 AM CDT Sunday the stage was 7.3 feet.
- Recent Activity...The river is gradually climbing.
- Forecast...The river is expected to crest later today and then
begin a slow fall.
- Flood stage is 7.0 feet.
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Flood Warning issued October 4 at 10:47AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL

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