Chicago residents are cleaning up after strong storms with hard rains caused flash flooding Friday, especially on the South Side.

A round of storms bringing heavy rainfall prompted a flash flood warning in the Chicago area. Another round of storms tonight could exacerbate flooding problems.

A Flash Flood Warning was issued Friday afternoon for parts of Cook and DuPage counties, including suburbs like Darien and Bridgeview. The National Weather Service urged residents to avoid flooded areas and seek higher ground. Storms also triggered a ground stop at both O'Hare and Midway, with more storms expected overnight into Saturday morning.

The National Weather Service (NWS) issued a flash flood warning for key parts of Chicago on Friday, urging approximately 600,000 residents to take immediate action to protect life and property.

A Chicago flash flood warning went out Tuesday night as the city experienced some of its heaviest rain since 2023. More than 4 inches fell in less than 90 minutes on the West Side.

A heat advisory is in effect across the Chicago area today, with storm chances set to increase through the weekend.

Funnel clouds have been reported and there is Flash Flood Warning for parts of the Chicago area Friday.The Flash Flood Warning is for DuPage and Cook counties until 2:45 p.m.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7.

A ground stop has been issued at Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport amid a round of afternoon storms. The FAA said travelers are currently