🚨 TNW Breaking News: River Flood Warning for East Branch DuPage River

Published: Tuesday, August 19, 2025 | TNW News Severe Weather Operations Division

Aurora, Illinois — The National Weather Service in Chicago has issued a River Flood Warning for the East Branch DuPage River from Maple Avenue in Lisle downstream to the confluence with the West Branch DuPage River, including the Bolingbrook gauge.

⚠️ Warning Details

• Warning Duration: From Tuesday 3:06 PM CDT until Wednesday 1:00 AM CDT.
• Current Stage: At 2:40 PM CDT, the river was measured at 20.4 feet.
• Flood Stage: 20.0 feet.
• Forecast: Levels are expected to slowly fall below flood stage late tonight or overnight.
• Severity: Minor flooding is occurring and will continue through the evening hours.

📍 Impacted Areas

• DuPage River Greenway Trail east of the river near Royce Road in Bolingbrook is threatened.
• Trails at Green Valley Forest Preserve near Woodridge are at risk of flooding.
• Low-lying areas along the riverbanks may experience standing water, especially near parks and walking paths.

🛑 Safety & Preparedness

Residents living near the East Branch DuPage River should:

• Avoid trails and riverbanks until waters recede.
• Never attempt to walk, swim, or drive through flooded areas.
• Stay informed with TNW News and the National Weather Service for hourly updates.

📡 Live TNW Studio Coverage

Inside the TNW News Studio, our anchor desk highlights live EarthCam footage of rising water levels and radar projections. On-screen graphics display:

• Blue river overlay marking the East Branch DuPage River.
• Flooded areas shaded near Bolingbrook.
• Warning banner:
  “🚨 RIVER FLOOD WARNING – Minor Flooding Ongoing, 20.4 ft at Bolingbrook Gauge.”

⏭️ What’s Next

The river is expected to drop below flood stage late tonight, but additional rainfall could delay recession. If new storms develop, extended or upgraded warnings may be issued.

Stay tuned to TNW News for breaking weather alerts and live updates from our Severe Weather Operations Division.

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