Active AlertsGranville, IL

The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Illinoi
S: Illinois River at La Salle affecting Bureau, Putnam and La Salle Counties. For the Illinois River (Upper)including La SalleMinor flooding is occurring.
What: Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
Where: Illinois River from Starved Rock Lock and Dam downstream to confluence with Big Bureau Creek, including the La Salle gauge.
When: From early this morning until further notice.
Impacts: At 20.0 feet, Agricultural areas in La Salle, Spring Valley, and Peru are inundated. At 22.0 feet, Lower parking lot at Starved Rock State Park is inundated east of La Salle. High water levels begin to impact shipping interests along the river.
Additional Details: - At 4:45 AM CDT Saturday the stage was 20.5 feet. - Recent ActivityThe river rose into minor flood stage last night. - ForecastThe river is expected to continue rising and crest near 23.5 feet on Sunday. - Flood stage is 20.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

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.