Flash floods hit Chicago after 5 inches of rain recorded in less than 2 hours. Check latest weather update

Flooding in Chicago: A torrential downpour struck areas of Chicago Tuesday night, dumping over 5 inches of rain in under two hours, leading to widespread flooding. The deluge submerged cars, shut down expressway lanes, and inundated basements, particularly affecting West Side neighborhoods. The flash flood warning in Chicago came Texas is already dealing with catastrophic flood in which more than 100 people have been killed.