Flood advisory issued for parts of Chicago area as heavy rain leads to wet, slippery commute

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A flood advisory was issued Monday morning for parts of the Chicago area as moderate to heavy rain was continuing to fall across the region.

was issued Monday morning for parts of the Chicago area as moderate to heavy rain was continuing to fall across the region.

"There are reports of standing water in a few spots after heavy rain overnight," the NWS said. Look out for ponding in low and poor drainage areas through the first part of the commute!" NBC 5 Meteorologist said steady rain was expected to continue through the morning hours, coming to an end around 9 a.m. As of 6:15 a.m., live Doppler radar showed widespread rain east of DeKalb county.Dry time was expected Monday afternoon, but spotty afternoon showers could remain, Roman said. Tuesday and Wednesday were expected to be mostly dry days, though overnight rain was likely. Thursday and Friday, more chances for storms move in, Roman said.

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