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SCIENCEJul 6 · 16:07 UTCCHICAGO SUN-TIMESBrett Chase

Deep Tunnel has never reached its limit. After a weekend of heavy rains it’s almost full

Chicago's Deep Tunnel floodwater system is nearly full after heavy rains, with two reservoirs at 94% and 98% capacity. Eleven suburban communities face river flooding risks, and sewer overflows into the Chicago River are possible. Experts warn the system is insufficient and more water storage solutions are needed.

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Deep TunnelplaceThornton reservoirplaceMcCook reservoirplaceMajewski reservoirplaceMetropolitan Water Reclamation DistrictorganizationFriends of the Chicago RiverorganizationTrent FordpersonMargaret Frisbieperson
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