Active AlertsLawrence

The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Illinoi
S: Embarras River at Lawrenceville affecting Lawrence County. .The following forecasts are based on observed precipitation, soil moisture conditions, and forecast precipitation.
What: Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
Where: Embarras River at Lawrenceville.
When: Until late Friday evening.
Impacts: At 33.0 feet, Kelly's Lake Lane, 1160N, is inundated.
Additional Details: - At 8:45 PM CDT Tuesday the stage was 31.8 feet. - Recent ActivityThe maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 8:45 PM CDT Tuesday was 31.8 feet. - ForecastThe river is expected to rise to a crest of 32.0 feet early tomorrow afternoon. It will then fall below flood stage Friday afternoon. - Flood stage is 30.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Persons with interests along this river need to remain aware of the latest forecasts and associated flood risk for their area. Stay tuned for further updates on this flooding situation. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.