Overview

• Localized downpours delivered as much as 4½ inches of rain in parts of northern Kane, DuPage and McHenry counties and raised flash-flood concerns near Rockford
• The National Weather Service canceled its Flood Watch at 7 a.m. after overnight showers produced uneven rainfall across the metro
• A Level 2 severe storm risk remains in effect for Friday with thunderstorms expected to move in from around 5 p.m. through 11 p.m.
• Forecasters warn stronger cells could produce hail, gusty winds and isolated tornado pockets with about a 30 percent chance of showers during the evening commute
• Lingering Saturday showers are likely before a dry, warm Sunday and Monday give way to renewed daily storm chances Tuesday and Wednesday