25 National Weather Service alerts are in force in Illinois, covering 36 of its 102 counties: a severe thunderstorm warning, 12 flood warnings, 9 flood watches, a beach hazards statement and 2 other kinds.
Checked Sun, Sep 20, 2026, 6:17 PM CDT. Times are Central Daylight Time.
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The National Weather Service in St Louis has issued a
* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
Northern Fayette County in south central Illinois...
* Until 700 PM CDT.
* At 603 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located over Ramsey, or 12
miles southeast of Nokomis, moving southeast at 30 mph.
HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to
roofs, siding, and trees.
* Locations impacted include...
Bingham, Bayle City, Ramsey, Wrights Corner, Brownstown, Avena and
St. Elmo.
This includes the following State Parks...
Ramsey Lake State Recreation Area.
This includes Interstate 70 in Illinois near exit 76.
What to do
Seek shelter inside a well-built structure and stay away from
windows. This storm is capable of producing damaging winds and large
hail.
...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in
Wisconsin...Illinois...
Root River Canal At Raymond affecting Racine County.
Fox River Lower Near New Munster affecting Kenosha and Lake
Counties.
* WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast.
* WHERE...Fox River Lower near New Munster.
* WHEN...From this evening to Wednesday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...At 12.0 feet, Water is up to the first floor levels of
some homes in the Town of Wheatland, Silver Lake and Village of
Salem Lakes area along Riverside Drive and Shorewood Drive. Hoosier
Creek Rd floods.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 3:00 PM CDT Sunday the stage was 10.5 feet.
- Bankfull stage is 10.0 feet.
- Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage this
evening to a crest of 11.9 feet early tomorrow afternoon. It will
then fall below flood stage late Wednesday morning.
- Flood stage is 11.0 feet.
- Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 11.7
feet on 05/10/2019.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
What to do
Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars
through flooded areas.
Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.
The next statement will be issued late tonight at 345 AM CDT.
...The National Weather Service in St Louis has issued a Flood
Warning for the following rivers in Missouri...Illinois...
Mississippi River at Canton.
Mississippi River at Clarksville.
Mississippi River at Saverton.
Mississippi River at LaGrange.
Mississippi River at Hannibal.
Mississippi River at Winfield.
River forecasts are based on observed precipitation and forecast
precipitation for the next 24 hours.
* WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast.
* WHERE...Mississippi River at Clarksville.
* WHEN...From Wednesday afternoon until further notice.
* IMPACTS...At 29.0 feet, Water enters the parking lot entrance at
the Clarksville Riverfront Park.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 11:30 AM CDT Sunday the stage was 17.8 feet.
- Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage early
Wednesday afternoon and continue rising to a crest of 28.2 feet
Friday morning.
- Flood stage is 25.0 feet.
What to do
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
This product, along with additional weather and stream information,
is available at https://water.noaa.gov/wfo/lsx
...The National Weather Service in St Louis has issued a Flood
Warning for the following rivers in Missouri...Illinois...
Mississippi River at Canton.
Mississippi River at Clarksville.
Mississippi River at Saverton.
Mississippi River at LaGrange.
Mississippi River at Hannibal.
Mississippi River at Winfield.
River forecasts are based on observed precipitation and forecast
precipitation for the next 24 hours.
* WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast.
* WHERE...Mississippi River at Winfield.
* WHEN...From Thursday afternoon until further notice.
* IMPACTS...At 27.5 feet, At this stage, Lock and Dam 25 will
stockpile 200 tons of sand, 12,000 sandbags, and 10,000 square feet
of polyethylene plastic as a precaution.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 11:30 AM CDT Sunday the stage was 18.0 feet.
- Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage
Thursday afternoon and continue rising to a crest of 27.4 feet
Friday evening.
- Flood stage is 26.0 feet.
What to do
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
This product, along with additional weather and stream information,
is available at https://water.noaa.gov/wfo/lsx
...The National Weather Service in St Louis has issued a Flood
Warning for the following rivers in Missouri...Illinois...
Mississippi River at Canton.
Mississippi River at Clarksville.
Mississippi River at Saverton.
Mississippi River at LaGrange.
Mississippi River at Hannibal.
Mississippi River at Winfield.
River forecasts are based on observed precipitation and forecast
precipitation for the next 24 hours.
* WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast.
* WHERE...Mississippi River at Saverton.
* WHEN...From Wednesday afternoon to Sunday evening.
* IMPACTS...At 15.5 feet, An access road to riverside raised homes on
the riverward side of the Sny levee begins to flood near this
level.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 10:00 AM CDT Sunday the stage was 7.7 feet.
- Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage early
Wednesday afternoon to a crest of 18.2 feet early Friday morning.
It will then fall below flood stage Saturday afternoon.
- Flood stage is 16.0 feet.
What to do
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
This product, along with additional weather and stream information,
is available at https://water.noaa.gov/wfo/lsx
...The National Weather Service in St Louis has issued a Flood
Warning for the following rivers in Missouri...Illinois...
Mississippi River at Canton.
Mississippi River at Clarksville.
Mississippi River at Saverton.
Mississippi River at LaGrange.
Mississippi River at Hannibal.
Mississippi River at Winfield.
River forecasts are based on observed precipitation and forecast
precipitation for the next 24 hours.
* WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast.
* WHERE...Mississippi River at Hannibal.
* WHEN...From Wednesday evening to Sunday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...At 18.0 feet, The northern end of Southside Recreation #2
Park along Bear Creek begins flooding at this height. Gate wells
are shut down to prevent the sewers from backing up. Also at this
level pumps are set to standby.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 11:15 AM CDT Sunday the stage was 11.6 feet.
- Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage late
Wednesday evening to a crest of 18.2 feet early Friday morning.
It will then fall below flood stage Saturday morning.
- Flood stage is 17.0 feet.
What to do
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
This product, along with additional weather and stream information,
is available at https://water.noaa.gov/wfo/lsx
...The National Weather Service in St Louis has issued a Flood
Warning for the following rivers in Missouri...Illinois...
Mississippi River at Canton.
Mississippi River at Clarksville.
Mississippi River at Saverton.
Mississippi River at LaGrange.
Mississippi River at Hannibal.
Mississippi River at Winfield.
River forecasts are based on observed precipitation and forecast
precipitation for the next 24 hours.
* WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast.
* WHERE...Mississippi River at Canton.
* WHEN...From Wednesday morning to Sunday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...At 16.6 feet, Front Street leading to the campground and
Corps park campgrounds flood at this height.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 10:00 AM CDT Sunday the stage was 7.0 feet.
- Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage late
Wednesday morning to a crest of 16.6 feet Thursday evening. It
will then fall below flood stage early Saturday morning.
- Flood stage is 15.0 feet.
What to do
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
This product, along with additional weather and stream information,
is available at https://water.noaa.gov/wfo/lsx
...The National Weather Service in St Louis has issued a Flood
Warning for the following rivers in Missouri...Illinois...
Mississippi River at Canton.
Mississippi River at Clarksville.
Mississippi River at Saverton.
Mississippi River at LaGrange.
Mississippi River at Hannibal.
Mississippi River at Winfield.
River forecasts are based on observed precipitation and forecast
precipitation for the next 24 hours.
* WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast.
* WHERE...Mississippi River at LaGrange.
* WHEN...From Wednesday evening to late Saturday night.
* IMPACTS...At 18.0 feet, The entrance to the lower parking lot at
the Mark Twain Casino begins flooding near this height, requiring
the use of an alternate entrance.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 11:00 AM CDT Sunday the stage was 8.6 feet.
- Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage
Wednesday evening to a crest of 17.9 feet early Thursday
afternoon. It will then fall below flood stage Friday evening.
- Flood stage is 17.0 feet.
What to do
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
This product, along with additional weather and stream information,
is available at https://water.noaa.gov/wfo/lsx
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall on the Green River and
nearby tributaries.
* WHERE...Lee County in north central Illinois...
* WHEN...Until 715 PM CDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Area creeks and streams are already elevated, with
additional rises possible, especially with any additional rainfall.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 958 AM CDT, law enforcement and emergency management reported
that water from area fields and small creeks continues to flow
through Green River basin after heavy rain in the warned area
early this morning. Flooding is already occurring, with rises on
the Green River possible this afternoon.
- Additional rain is expected, with localized amounts up to 0.5
inches possible through this afternoon.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Amboy.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
What to do
A Flood Warning means flooding is imminent or may already be
occurring. Persons along rivers, creeks, and other waterways should
take immediate precautions to protect life and property.
...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in
Illinois...
Fox River at Dayton affecting La Salle County.
* WHAT...Moderate flooding is forecast.
* WHERE...Fox River from Millington downstream to confluence with the
Illinois River, including the Dayton gauge.
* WHEN...From this afternoon to late Tuesday night.
* IMPACTS...At 14.5 feet, Low-lying agricultural land inundated near
Norway.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 8:45 AM CDT Sunday the stage was 9.6 feet.
- Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage this
afternoon to a crest of 14.9 feet Monday morning. It will then
fall below flood stage Tuesday afternoon.
- Flood stage is 12.0 feet.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
What to do
A Flood Warning means water levels above flood stage are imminent or
may already be occurring. Persons along rivers and streams in the
warned area should take immediate precautions to protect life and
property.
These forecasts are based on observed precipitation as well as
forecast precipitation 24 hours into the future. Changes to the
rainfall forecast, or any additional rainfall after 24 hours, may
cause changes to these river forecasts.
Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.
The next statement will be issued by late tonight.
...The National Weather Service in Quad Cities has issued a Flood
Warning for the following rivers in Illinois...
Rock River near Joslin affecting Rock Island, Whiteside and Henry
IL Counties.
Rock River at Moline affecting Rock Island and Henry IL Counties.
.Additional rainfall from today through Monday night is expected to
be considerably lighter than what fell Thursday through Saturday
night. This helps provide higher confidence in these river forecasts.
...REPLACES RIVER FLOOD WATCH...
* WHAT...Moderate flooding is forecast.
* WHERE...Rock River at Moline.
* WHEN...From Monday evening to Friday morning.
* IMPACTS...At 13.2 feet, water affects 60th Street south of John
Deere Road in Moline and 56th Ave from Green Valley Park 48th St.
Water is on Canal Road in Big Island. Smith's Island is affected by
flood waters.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 8:30 AM CDT Sunday the stage was 9.5 feet and rising.
- Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage Monday
evening to a crest of 13.6 feet Tuesday evening. It will then
fall below flood stage late Thursday evening.
- Flood stage is 12.0 feet.
What to do
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks.
Additional information is available at www.weather.gov/quadcities.
The next statement will be issued by Monday morning.
...The National Weather Service in Quad Cities has issued a Flood
Warning for the following rivers in Illinois...
Rock River near Joslin affecting Rock Island, Whiteside and Henry
IL Counties.
Rock River at Moline affecting Rock Island and Henry IL Counties.
.Additional rainfall from today through Monday night is expected to
be considerably lighter than what fell Thursday through Saturday
night. This helps provide higher confidence in these river forecasts.
...REPLACES RIVER FLOOD WATCH...
* WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast.
* WHERE...Rock River near Joslin.
* WHEN...From Monday afternoon to late Wednesday night.
* IMPACTS...At 13.0 feet, Flooding of unprotected agricultural land
occurs. Water also affects Lundeens Landing Campground.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 8:45 AM CDT Sunday the stage was 7.3 feet and rising.
- Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage early
Monday afternoon to a crest of 13.3 feet Tuesday afternoon. It
will then fall below flood stage Wednesday afternoon.
- Flood stage is 12.0 feet.
What to do
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks.
Additional information is available at www.weather.gov/quadcities.
The next statement will be issued by Monday morning.
...The National Weather Service in Chicago has issued a Flood Warning
for the following rivers in Illinois...
Des Plaines River near Russell affecting Lake County.
* WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast.
* WHERE...Des Plaines River from IL/WI state line downstream to US-41
in Gurnee, including the Russell gauge.
* WHEN...From this afternoon until further notice.
* IMPACTS...At 8.0 feet, Agricultural and park land is inundated near
the river. Residential property is threatened near the river.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 8:30 AM CDT Sunday the stage was 6.5 feet.
- Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage late
this afternoon to a crest of 8.2 feet early Tuesday morning.
- Flood stage is 7.0 feet.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
What to do
A Flood Warning means water levels above flood stage are imminent or
may already be occurring. Persons along rivers and streams in the
warned area should take immediate precautions to protect life and
property.
These forecasts are based on observed precipitation as well as
forecast precipitation 24 hours into the future. Changes to the
rainfall forecast, or any additional rainfall after 24 hours, may
cause changes to these river forecasts.
Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.
The next statement will be issued by late tonight.
...The Flood Watch continues for the following rivers in Missouri...
Illinois...
Mississippi River at Gregory Landing affecting Hancock and Clark
Counties.
* WHAT...Flooding is possible.
* WHERE...Mississippi River at Gregory Landing.
* WHEN...From Tuesday afternoon to Saturday afternoon.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 11:30 AM CDT Sunday the stage was 7.8 feet and steady.
- Forecast...Rises on the river are likely through the first half
of this week. The river may reach flood stage.
- Flood stage is 15.0 feet.
What to do
If you are in the watch area, remain alert to possible flooding.
Residents and those with interests near the river should monitor
rising water levels and be prepared for possible Flood Warnings.
Additional information is available at www.weather.gov/quadcities.
The next statement will be issued by Monday morning.
...The Flood Watch continues for the following rivers in Illinois...
Iowa...
Mississippi River at Rock Island LD15 affecting Rock Island, Scott
and Muscatine zones.
.Rainfall that fell Saturday night into early this morning was
aligned more with tributaries that flow into the Mississippi south of
the Quad Cities. This has resulted in a lower forecast for the
Mississippi River in this area. Observational trends will continue to
be monitored through this afternoon and evening, and may result in
the Watch being cancelled this evening.
* WHAT...Flooding is possible.
* WHERE...Mississippi River at Rock Island LD15.
* WHEN...From Monday evening to Thursday morning.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 11:00 AM CDT Sunday the stage was 9.5 feet and slowly rising.
- Forecast...Rises on the river will continue through at least
Monday night. The river may reach flood stage, but is less likely
to do so than forecasts from 24 hours ago.
- Flood stage is 15.0 feet.
What to do
If you are in the watch area, remain alert to possible flooding.
Residents and those with interests near the river should monitor
rising water levels and be prepared for possible Flood Warnings.
Additional information is available at www.weather.gov/quadcities.
The next statement will be issued by Monday morning.
...The Flood Watch continues for the following rivers in Illinois...
Iowa...
Mississippi River at Keithsburg affecting Louisa, Des Moines,
Mercer and Henderson Counties.
Mississippi River at Gladstone LD18 affecting Des Moines and
Henderson Counties.
Mississippi River at Burlington affecting Hancock, Des Moines, Lee
and Henderson Counties.
.Additional rainfall from today through Monday night is expected to
be considerably lighter than what fell Thursday through Saturday
night. This helps provide higher confidence in these river forecasts
compared to 24 hours ago.
* WHAT...Flooding is possible.
* WHERE...Mississippi River at Keithsburg.
* WHEN...From Tuesday evening to Friday morning.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 10:30 AM CDT Sunday the stage was 8.9 feet and rising.
- Forecast...Flood stage may be reached late Tuesday evening.
- Flood stage is 14.0 feet.
What to do
If you are in the watch area, remain alert to possible flooding.
Residents and those with interests near the river should monitor
rising water levels and be prepared for possible Flood Warnings.
The next statement will be issued by Monday morning.
...The Flood Watch continues for the following rivers in Illinois...
Iowa...
Mississippi River at Keithsburg affecting Louisa, Des Moines,
Mercer and Henderson Counties.
Mississippi River at Gladstone LD18 affecting Des Moines and
Henderson Counties.
Mississippi River at Burlington affecting Hancock, Des Moines, Lee
and Henderson Counties.
.Additional rainfall from today through Monday night is expected to
be considerably lighter than what fell Thursday through Saturday
night. This helps provide higher confidence in these river forecasts
compared to 24 hours ago.
* WHAT...Flooding is possible.
* WHERE...Mississippi River at Burlington.
* WHEN...From Wednesday morning to Friday afternoon.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 10:00 AM CDT Sunday the stage was 10.0 feet and rising.
- Forecast...Flood stage may be reached late Wednesday morning.
- Flood stage is 15.0 feet.
What to do
If you are in the watch area, remain alert to possible flooding.
Residents and those with interests near the river should monitor
rising water levels and be prepared for possible Flood Warnings.
The next statement will be issued by Monday morning.
...The Flood Watch continues for the following rivers in Illinois...
Iowa...
Mississippi River at Keithsburg affecting Louisa, Des Moines,
Mercer and Henderson Counties.
Mississippi River at Gladstone LD18 affecting Des Moines and
Henderson Counties.
Mississippi River at Burlington affecting Hancock, Des Moines, Lee
and Henderson Counties.
.Additional rainfall from today through Monday night is expected to
be considerably lighter than what fell Thursday through Saturday
night. This helps provide higher confidence in these river forecasts
compared to 24 hours ago.
* WHAT...Flooding is possible.
* WHERE...Mississippi River at Gladstone LD18.
* WHEN...From late Tuesday night to late Friday night.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 11:00 AM CDT Sunday the stage was 4.7 feet and rising.
- Forecast...Flood stage may be reached early Wednesday morning.
- Flood stage is 10.0 feet.
What to do
If you are in the watch area, remain alert to possible flooding.
Residents and those with interests near the river should monitor
rising water levels and be prepared for possible Flood Warnings.
The next statement will be issued by Monday morning.
...The National Weather Service in Chicago has issued a Flood Watch
for the following rivers in Illinois...
Illinois River at La Salle affecting Putnam, La Salle and Bureau
counties.
For the Illinois River (Upper)...including Morris, Ottawa, La
Salle...flooding is possible.
* WHAT...Flooding is possible.
* WHERE...Illinois River from Starved Rock Lock and Dam downstream to
confluence with Big Bureau Creek, including the La Salle gauge.
* WHEN...From Monday morning to Wednesday morning.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 9:45 AM CDT Sunday the stage was 13.4 feet.
- Forecast...Flood stage may be reached Monday afternoon.
- Flood stage is 20.0 feet.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
What to do
A Flood Watch means water levels above flood stage are possible, but
not yet certain, based upon the latest forecasts. Persons along
rivers and streams in the watch area should monitor the latest
forecasts and be prepared to take action should flooding develop.
These forecasts are based on observed precipitation as well as
forecast precipitation 24 hours into the future. Changes to the
rainfall forecast, or any additional rainfall after 24 hours, may
cause changes to these river forecasts.
Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.
The next statement will be issued by late tonight.
...The Flood Watch is extended for the following rivers in
Illinois...
Du Page River at Shorewood affecting Will County.
For the Du Page River...including Shorewood...flooding is possible.
* WHAT...Flooding is possible.
* WHERE...Du Page River from IL-59 in Plainfield downstream to
confluence with Des Plaines River, including the Shorewood gauge.
* WHEN...From late this afternoon to Monday evening.
* IMPACTS...At 16.0 feet, Clark Drive threatened in Shorewood.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 8:45 AM CDT Sunday the stage was 13.8 feet.
- Forecast...Flood stage may be reached based on the latest
forecast information.
- Flood stage is 15.5 feet.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
What to do
A Flood Watch means water levels above flood stage are possible, but
not yet certain, based upon the latest forecasts. Persons along
rivers and streams in the watch area should monitor the latest
forecasts and be prepared to take action should flooding develop.
These forecasts are based on observed precipitation as well as
forecast precipitation 24 hours into the future. Changes to the
rainfall forecast, or any additional rainfall after 24 hours, may
cause changes to these river forecasts.
Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.
The next statement will be issued by late tonight.
...The Flood Watch is replaced with a River Flood Warning for the
following rivers in Illinois...
Des Plaines River near Russell affecting Lake County.
...The Flood Watch continues for the following rivers in Illinois...
Des Plaines River near Gurnee affecting Lake County.
...The Flood Watch is has been cancelled for the following rivers in
Illinois...
Des Plaines River at Lincolnshire affecting Lake and Cook County.
Des Plaines River near Des Plaines affecting Cook County.
Des Plaines River at Riverside affecting Cook County.
* WHAT...Flooding is possible.
* WHERE...Des Plaines River from US-41 in Gurnee downstream to
Townline Road in Vernon Hills, including the Gurnee gauge.
* WHEN...Until late Thursday night.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 8:30 AM CDT Sunday the stage was 5.2 feet.
- Forecast...Flood stage may be reached early Monday afternoon.
- Flood stage is 7.0 feet.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
What to do
A Flood Watch means water levels above flood stage are possible, but
not yet certain, based upon the latest forecasts. Persons along
rivers and streams in the watch area should monitor the latest
forecasts and be prepared to take action should flooding develop.
These forecasts are based on observed precipitation as well as
forecast precipitation 24 hours into the future. Changes to the
rainfall forecast, or any additional rainfall after 24 hours, may
cause changes to these river forecasts.
Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.
The next statement will be issued by this morning.
...The National Weather Service in Quad Cities has issued a Flood
Watch for the following rivers in Illinois...Iowa...Missouri...
Mississippi River at Rock Island LD15 affecting Scott, Muscatine
and Rock Island zones.
Mississippi River at Muscatine affecting Mercer, Muscatine, Rock
Island and Louisa Counties.
Mississippi River at New Boston LD17 affecting Mercer and Louisa
Counties.
Mississippi River at Gladstone LD18 affecting Des Moines and
Henderson Counties.
Mississippi River at Keithsburg affecting Henderson, Des Moines,
Louisa and Mercer Counties.
Mississippi River at Ill. City LD16 affecting Muscatine and Rock
Island zones.
Mississippi River at Burlington affecting Hancock, Des Moines,
Henderson and Lee Counties.
Mississippi River at Gregory Landing affecting Hancock and Clark
Counties.
* WHAT...Flooding is possible.
* WHERE...Mississippi River at New Boston LD17.
* WHEN...From late Monday night to Friday afternoon.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 9:10 PM CDT Saturday the stage was 7.2 feet.
- Forecast...Flood stage may be reached early Tuesday morning.
- Flood stage is 15.0 feet.
What to do
If you are in the watch area, remain alert to possible flooding.
Residents and those with interests near the river should monitor
rising water levels and be prepared for possible Flood Warnings.
Stay tuned to further developments by listening to your local radio,
television, or NOAA Weather Radio for further information.
The next statement will be issued by Sunday evening.
* WHAT...High wave action and dangerous currents expected at Lake
Michigan beaches. Waves 6 to 9 ft expected.
* WHERE...Lake IL, Northern Cook and Central Cook Counties.
* WHEN...Through Wednesday evening.
* IMPACTS...Swimming conditions will be life threatening,
especially for inexperienced swimmers.
What to do
Remain out of the water to avoid dangerous swimming conditions
and do not venture out onto piers, jetties, breakwalls, or other
shoreline structures.
* WHAT...Heat index values up to 102 degrees are expected.
* WHERE...all of southern Illinois, southwest Indiana, western
Kentucky, and southeast Missouri.
* WHEN...Until 7 PM CDT /8 PM EDT/ this evening.
* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
illnesses.
What to do
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose
fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning
or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and
heat stroke.
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues.
* WHERE...Lee County in north central Illinois...
* WHEN...Until 730 PM CDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Slow
moving or standing water may continue. High water likely may recede
slowly from flooded areas.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 125 PM CDT, minor flooding continues in the advisory area
after heavy rain due to thunderstorms early this morning. Between
2 and 5 inches of rain fell.
- Though additional heavy rain is not expected, standing water and
elevated creeks and streams will persist into this afternoon. A
Flood Warning is also in effect along and near the Green River.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Amboy, Paw Paw, Sublette, Woodhaven Lakes, Compton, West
Brooklyn, Harmon and Lee Center.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
What to do
A Flood Advisory means minor flooding along waterways and other poor
drainage areas is imminent or may already be occurring. Persons in
the advisory area should use caution and avoid flood waters.
The hazard is happening or about to. Act now: a tornado warning means take shelter, a flash flood warning means move to higher ground.
Watch
Conditions favor the hazard. Nothing is happening yet; have a plan and be ready to act if a warning follows.
Advisory
A hazard that is less serious than a warning but can still cause trouble, such as dense fog, heat or light ice.
Statement
Information about weather that does not yet meet a warning: a strong storm, a hydrologic update, or a special weather statement.
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