Chicago’s Winter Storm Brings Floods, Freezing Temps—and a Hero Crossing Guard
A severe winter storm has hit Chicago, bringing extreme cold and flooding to parts of the city. On Thursday morning, a water main break caused significant disruption at a North Side intersection. Meanwhile, a crossing guard’s quick actions ensured a child stayed safe during the chaos.
Chicago was placed under an Extreme Cold Warning on Thursday as dangerous winter weather swept through. The city faced not only freezing temperatures but also flooding from a burst water main on the North Side. Commuters struggled through standing water, while children had to cross the flooded road to reach school.
Amid the flooding, crossing guard Joe Sass stepped in to help. He carried a child over his shoulder to keep them dry and safe. During the journey, he also retrieved a lost glove for the youngster. The storm is part of a larger system affecting much of the US. Forecasters warn that the ice storm could cause damage similar to a hurricane, impacting around 140 million people. Heavy snow, crippling ice, and bitterly cold air are expected to sweep across the country in the coming days.
The water main break and extreme weather have left parts of Chicago dealing with flooding and freezing conditions. Joe Sass’s actions ensured at least one child stayed safe during the morning’s chaos. Meanwhile, the wider storm system continues to threaten large parts of the US with severe winter conditions.
