Active AlertsMcDonough

The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Illinoi
S: La Moine River at Colmar affecting Hancock and McDonough Counties.
What: Minor flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is forecast.
Where: La Moine River at Colmar.
When: From this morning to late Sunday morning.
Impacts: At 24.0 feet, Water affects a few houses near the McDonough and Schuyler county line.
Additional Details: - At 5:45 AM CDT Thursday the stage was 20.0 feet. - ForecastThe river is expected to rise to a crest of 23.6 feet early tomorrow afternoon. It will then fall below flood stage early Sunday morning. - Flood stage is 20.0 feet.

Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars through flooded areas. Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov/quadcities. The next statement will be issued Friday morning at 615 AM CDT.