Active AlertsNiota, IL

The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Illinoi
S: Iowa Mississippi River at Burlington affecting Henderson, Lee, Hancock and Des Moines Counties. Mississippi River at Gladstone LD18 affecting Henderson and Des Moines Counties.
What: Minor flooding is occurring.
Where: Mississippi River at Burlington.
When: From this morning to Friday morning.
Impacts: At 15.0 feet, Agricultural flooding occurs.
Additional Details: - At 11:00 AM CDT Sunday the stage was 15.0 feet and slowly rising. - ForecastThe river is expected to rise to a crest of 15.2 feet tomorrow evening and then slowly fall. - Flood stage is 15.0 feet.

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars through flooded areas. Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks. The next statement will be issued by Monday afternoon at 1230 PM CDT.