Flash Flood Warning For Chicago Area

CHICAGO (CBS) -- A flash flood warning is in effect for parts of the Chicago area.

Heavy rain is falling in isolated pockets around Chicago, mostly north and west of the city.

The storms could cause flash flooding, according to the National Weather Service.

The warning covers portions of Cook, Lake and DuPage counties. Among the towns affected: Barrington, Schaumburg, Wood Dale, Arlington Heights and Elgin.

Schaumburg officials reported road closures.