Trees and power lines came down in parts of the area. Damage was reported in Bolingbrook, Naperville, and other communities to the west and southwest.

Nearly 4 inches of rain fell in the Chassell area earlier this week, causing flash floods that washed out roads.

The biggest impact of a tropical disturbance off shore will be higher rain chances. The clouds and rain will help to moderate the temperatures with afternoon highs topping out in the upper 80s near the 90 degree mark.

Expect a rainy, hot day ahead as the low-pressure system that brought rain across North Florida moves up the Gulf Coast.

Acid rain can destroy forest, ruin crops, and kill fish, so why do we not hear about its devastating impacts very much anymore?

Rain gardens help reduce the amount of water flowing over land and into storm drains, which can prevent flooding and erosion.

NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - A late afternoon thunderstorm system brought heavy rainfall and hail to the North Platte area. A flash flood warning was issued Wednesday around 3:50 p.m. by the National Weather Service with rain falling at a rate of 1 to 3 inches an hour.

Scattered storms are expected this afternoon through Saturday, producing heavy rainfall, gusty winds, and lightning. Isolated flash flooding is possible, as well as significant lightning. Widespread thunderstorms with dangerous cloud-to-ground lightning are expected, so if you hear thunder head indoors.