Major Flooding Hits Lake and McHenry Counties After Third Thunderstorm Round
Major Flooding Hits Lake and McHenry Counties After Third Thunderstorm Round
US · Published Apr 19, 2026
• Severe thunderstorms have caused major flooding in Lake and McHenry Counties, with the Fox and Des Plaines Rivers reaching critical levels.
• Tornado warnings were issued, and a funnel cloud was reported near Route 173 in McHenry County, heightening the risk for residents.
• Widespread power outages and downed trees are complicating emergency response efforts, with continued rainfall expected to worsen the flooding.
Severe storms cause major flooding and warnings
Lake and McHenry Counties are grappling with major flooding after a third round of severe thunderstorms brought torrential rainfall and tornado warnings.
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