A Flood Watch is in effect in Chicago, as severe storms are expected to hit the area by the afternoon.The National Weather Service issued a Flood Advisory for northwest Indiana, including Jasper and Porter counties,

A slow-moving cold front is expected to stall out over the Chicago area, bringing relief from the heat and rounds of showers and thunderstorms.

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.