‘Significantly hazardous’ conditions prompt officials to close portions of Fox River to boating
The video above shows damage from Tuesday morning in the Chicago area.
MILLINGTON, Ill. — The aftermath of Monday’s severe weather and tornadoes is still impacting parts of Illinois and the Chicago area.
On Thursday, officials announced that a portion of the Fox River is closed for safety reasons.
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources closed the river from the Stratton Lock and Dam, south to the Bridge Street bridge in Millington.
According to a notice from the DNR, high water levels, swift current, floating debris and submerged structures created “significantly hazardous” conditions for both boaters and rescue crew that may be called to help with mishaps. The closure is in place until further notice.
Latest warnings and watches from the National Weather Service
Several River Flood Warnings remain in place through the weekend.
More: 19 tornadoes confirmed from Monday night storms in Chicago area
At least 19 tornadoes have been confirmed by the National Weather Service from Monday night’s storms. The Chicago area saw damaging winds and torrential rains. Interstate 55 was closed for several in both directions between U.S. 6 and River Road in Will County due to damage. It reopened Thursday morning.
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