Active AlertsHopewell, IL

Flood Warning

Issued at Sun 8:44 PM Apr. 5
Issued by: National Weather Service
Description

The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Illinoi
S: Illinois River at Beardstown affecting Morgan, Schuyler, Brown and Cass Counties. Illinois River at Peoria affecting Woodford, Tazewell and Peoria Counties. Illinois River at Henry affecting Putnam and Marshall Counties.
: The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Illinoi
S: Illinois River near Havana affecting Mason, Fulton and Cass Counties. .The following forecasts are based on observed precipitation, soil moisture conditions, and forecast precipitation.
What: Minor flooding is forecast.
Where: Illinois River at Henry.
When: From Tuesday afternoon to Friday morning.
Impacts: At 23.0 feet, Water begins to affect the marina in Henry along with minor flooding of land adjacent to the river.
Additional Details: - At 7:45 PM CDT Sunday the stage was 21.0 feet. - ForecastThe river is expected to rise above flood stage early Tuesday afternoon to a crest of 23.2 feet early Wednesday morning. It will then fall below flood stage early Friday morning. - Flood stage is 23.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Recommended Action

Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars through flooded areas. Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.

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