'Major Flooding' Along Fox River Expected Wednesday, Thursday: NWS

When will Fox River recede to its banks? Not for many days – if it stays dry

It could take a week or more – depending on weather – for the Fox River to recede to its banks but the crest could come Wednesday for parts of the river. Some parts of the Chain O' Lakes are now at major flood stage.

'Major Flooding' Along Fox River Expected Wednesday, Thursday: NWS

Fox River already in moderate flood stage with additional rise forecast through Wednesday night into Thursday

Flooding concerns continues in Lake County

Flooding concerns continue in Lake County, where the lower Fox River in the Barrington area enters "Major Flood Status" on Tuesday.

Numerous roads shut down, homes begin taking on water as flooding continues in Lake and McHenry counties

The Fox River and Des Plaines River, along with lakes, have surpassed flood stage and caused flooding in Lake County and McHenry County following recent heavy rain. | Background Photo: Lake County Government; Inset: Village of Fox Lake Numerous roads have been closed and homes have begun taking on water as flooding continues in Lake and McHenry counties, with officials warning that the Fox River will continue rising. Lake County and McHenry Coun…