CHICAGO (WLS) — Weather conditions delayed the Chicago Air and Water Show on Saturday and more storms could arrive Sunday as NIPSCO paused some of its storm restoration following a “serious incident” in northwest Indiana overnight.

A system that was forecast to bring heavy rain to Chicago on Saturday missed most of the area, ABC7 AccuWeather Meteorologist Jaisol Martinez said.

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ABC7 meteorologists initially issued an AccuWeather Alert for Saturday, but that alert has been dropped, as the flooding threat has reduced in the Chicago area.

There was some rain downtown around 9:30 a.m., and more light to moderate rain continued in some areas throughout Saturday morning.

Saturday’s Chicago Air and Water Show has been delayed until noon due to weather conditions, city officials said.

The Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events said producers worked with the Federal Aviation Administration to assess flight conditions and ensure the safety of performing acts, attendees and event staff.

The performances were initially set to begin at 10:30 a.m. DCASE said the show is expected to continue through 5 p.m. to allow for the full schedule.

ABC7 AccuWeather Meteorologist Jaisol Martinez expressed optimism about a noon start, saying there were still showers in the area, along with a low cloud deck, at 9:30 a.m.

Martinez said most of the afternoon is expected to be dry but added that an isolated downpour cannot be ruled out.

Meanwhile, this week’s storms led to the cancellation of next weekend’s Gary Air Show. The organizers say the need for first responders to assist in the cleanup is more important than the show happening this year. They hope to be back next summer.

Saturday is expected to remain humid with highs in the low 80s. But ABC7 meteorologists are watching for a potential round of heavy rain late Saturday and into Sunday morning.

Possible storms could hit the Chicago area between 3 a.m. and 8 a.m. Sunday.

Once that morning rain moves out on Sunday, the rest of the day looks mostly dry with highs in the low 80s. Next week’s forecast offers limited rain chances, bringing some relief to areas hit hard by Tuesday’s storms.

And as northwest Indiana cleans up from that storm damage, NIPSCO issued a statement on Saturday saying storm restoration activities involving crews have been temporarily paused in the city of Gary after a “serious incident.”

The statement reads, “NIPSCO is aware of a serious incident overnight in Gary involving our crews supporting our ongoing storm restoration efforts. We are working closely with law enforcement and gathering additional information. The safety of our employees, contractors and the communities we serve remains our highest priority. We are grateful that no injuries have been reported. In response to this incident, storm restoration activities involving crews have been temporarily paused in the city of Gary while we work with law enforcement and evaluate appropriate security measures to ensure the safety of our responders. We thank our employees, contractors, mutual assistance crews and law enforcement partners for their continued dedication and support during this historic restoration effort. Restoration work continues across northern Indiana, and we will provide additional information as it becomes available. We appreciate the patience and understanding of Gary residents as we take steps to ensure restoration efforts can continue safely.”

Officials did not immediately provide further information on that incident.

Residents whose homes suffered storm damage Tuesday and Wednesday in Cook County are being asked to complete an online survey by Aug. 24.

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