Rain could lead to flooding in Chicago area this week

CHICAGO - We are thawing out in Chicago, but we may have enough rain which could lead to flooding late this week.

Fox 32 Meteorologist Kaitlin Cody has what you need to know.

Flooding concern

What we know:

There is plenty of ice in local rivers and ice jam flooding is still a concern. The warmer temperatures are starting to melt the ice and thaw the ground, but it may not be fast enough to offset late week's rain.

There is a storm system on the way that will bring wet weather Thursday afternoon through early Friday. Rain totals will depend on the strength and path of the system, of course, but it is not out of the question that some receive a half-inch to 1 inch of rainfall. 

The ground is still frozen, so runoff of rain into area rivers will add to the depth of water. The streamflow may increase, dislodging ice to add to river ice jam flooding.  

What's next:

Fox 32 meteorologists will be monitoring the situation as Thursday nears. People who live in flood prone areas, especially by the Kankakee, Rock and Fox rivers should stay tuned to water levels.