Mayor Brandon Johnson visited neighborhoods Tuesday grappling with the aftermath of flooded basements for the second time in a month.

Chicago anticipates a weekend heatwave with temperatures possibly reaching 92 degrees, alongside chances of showers and thunderstorms.

Much of the Chicago area will see temperatures into the 90s today, although temps might be a bit cooler near the lake.

The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch in effect until 4 a.m. Tuesday. Residents are urged to reduce water use to ease pressure on the sewer system. City Council members on the Southwest Side call on the mayor to speed flood response.

The torrential rainfall that pounded parts of Chicago on July 25 was so extreme, it typically occurs only once every 1,000 years, according to the National Weather Service.

When the rain comes, Sharen Renee Parish sits on her basement steps and waits for the water to mop up mud, a tall task for the disabled Chicago Transit Authority retiree who needs a caregiver. It worked as heavy rains fell Monday night.

Chicago's weather features sunny days and potential thunderstorms with fluctuating temperatures and humidity levels.