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While flooding may not be able to be totally prevented, experts say you can make a big difference by taking several steps.
OEMC officials say to disconnect downspouts from your sewer, buy rain barrels to collect water, clear areas around your downspouts and clean debris away from sewers.
When heavy rain hits, such measures can help to divert water from the more than 4,000 miles of sewer pipe under Chicago’s streets, city officials said. The structure wasn’t built to handle storms like those that brought extreme flooding to the city this past weekend.
The city of Chicago also plays a role in preventing rising floodwaters, using rain blockers to slow the amount of water going into sewers at one time. While this may flood a street for a few hours, OEMC officials say it s better than too much water overflowing the sewer, leaving your basement as the only place for water to go.