Active AlertsPittsfield, IL

The National Weather Service in St Louis has issued a Flash Flood Warning for Adams County in west central Illinoi
S: Northwestern Pike County in west central Illinoi
S: Central Marion County in northeastern Missouri Northern Ralls County in northeastern Missouri Until 945 PM CDT. At 452 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 2 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.
Hazard: Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
Source: Radar indicated.
Impact: Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. Some locations that will experience flash flooding include Quincy, Hannibal, Palmyra, Monroe City, Quincy Regional Airport, Camp Point, Payson, New London, Clayton, Golden, Fall Creek, Center, Beverly, Rensselaer, Spaulding, Adams, Kingston, Burton, Liberty and Hull. This includes the following highway
S: Interstate 72 between exits 4 and 10. Interstate 172 between exits 2 and 19.

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.

The National Weather Service in St Louis has issued a Flood Warning for the following rivers in Illinoi
S: Illinois River at Valley City. River forecasts are based on observed precipitation and forecast precipitation for the next 24 hours.
What: Minor flooding is forecast.
Where: Illinois River at Valley City.
When: From Thursday morning until further notice.
Impacts: At 14.0 feet, The road to Norbut Fish and Wildlife area is flooded.
Additional Details: - At 3:00 PM CDT Monday the stage was 13.7 feet. - ForecastThe river will fall to 13.4 feet this evening. It will then rise to 13.9 feet early tomorrow afternoon. It will fall to 13.7 feet Wednesday evening. It will then rise above flood stage late Thursday morning to 14.5 feet Saturday evening. It will fall again but remain above flood stage. - Flood stage is 14.0 feet.

Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars through flooded areas. Rainfall heavier than forecast could cause river levels to rise even higher than predicted. The National Weather Service will monitor this developing situation and issue follow up statements as conditions change. This product, along with additional weather and stream information, is available at https://water.noaa.gov/wfo/lsx

THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS EXTENDED TORNADO WATCH 160 TO INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING AREAS UNTIL 9 PM CDT THIS EVENING IN ILLINOIS THIS WATCH INCLUDES 2 COUNTIES IN SOUTHWEST ILLINOIS GREENE IN WEST CENTRAL ILLINOIS PIKE IN MISSOURI THIS WATCH INCLUDES 5 COUNTIES IN CENTRAL MISSOURI AUDRAIN BOONE IN NORTHEAST MISSOURI MONROE PIKE RALLS THIS INCLUDES THE CITIES OF BOWLING GREEN, COLUMBIA, MEXICO, AND PITTSFIELD.

The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Illinoi
S: Missouri Mississippi River at Grafton. Mississippi River at Canton. Mississippi River at Saverton.
: The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Illinoi
S: Missouri Mississippi River at Winfield. Mississippi River at Clarksville. Mississippi River at Hannibal. Mississippi River at Louisiana. River forecasts are based on observed precipitation and forecast precipitation for the next 24 hours.
What: Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
Where: Mississippi River at Louisiana.
When: Until further notice.
Impacts: At 17.0 feet, The parking area at the boat house floods.
Additional Details: - At 1:00 PM CDT Monday the stage was 18.0 feet. - Recent ActivityThe maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 1:00 PM CDT Monday was 18.0 feet. - ForecastThe river is expected to rise to a crest of 18.4 feet early Wednesday morning. - Flood stage is 15.0 feet.

Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars through flooded areas. Rainfall heavier than forecast could cause river levels to rise even higher than predicted. The National Weather Service will monitor this developing situation and issue follow up statements as conditions change. This product, along with additional weather and stream information, is available at https://water.noaa.gov/wfo/lsx

The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Illinoi
S: Missouri Mississippi River at Grafton. Mississippi River at Canton. Mississippi River at Saverton.
: The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Illinoi
S: Missouri Mississippi River at Winfield. Mississippi River at Clarksville. Mississippi River at Hannibal. Mississippi River at Louisiana. River forecasts are based on observed precipitation and forecast precipitation for the next 24 hours.
What: Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
Where: Mississippi River at Hannibal.
When: Until Monday evening.
Impacts: At 18.0 feet, The northern end of Southside Recreation #2 Park along Bear Creek begins flooding at this height. Gate wells are shut down to prevent the sewers from backing up. Also at this level pumps are set to standby.
Additional Details: - At 1:15 PM CDT Monday the stage was 19.2 feet. - Recent ActivityThe maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 1:15 PM CDT Monday was 19.2 feet. - ForecastThe river is expected to rise to a crest of 19.5 feet early Wednesday afternoon. It will then fall below flood stage early Sunday afternoon. - Flood stage is 17.0 feet.

Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars through flooded areas. Rainfall heavier than forecast could cause river levels to rise even higher than predicted. The National Weather Service will monitor this developing situation and issue follow up statements as conditions change. This product, along with additional weather and stream information, is available at https://water.noaa.gov/wfo/lsx

The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Illinoi
S: Missouri Mississippi River at Grafton. Mississippi River at Canton. Mississippi River at Saverton.
: The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Illinoi
S: Missouri Mississippi River at Winfield. Mississippi River at Clarksville. Mississippi River at Hannibal. Mississippi River at Louisiana. River forecasts are based on observed precipitation and forecast precipitation for the next 24 hours.
What: Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
Where: Mississippi River at Saverton.
When: Until late Sunday night.
Additional Details: - At 12:00 PM CDT Monday the stage was 17.8 feet. - Recent ActivityThe maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 12:00 PM CDT Monday was 17.8 feet. - ForecastThe river is expected to rise to a crest of 18.1 feet early Wednesday afternoon. It will then fall below flood stage Saturday evening. - Flood stage is 16.0 feet.

Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars through flooded areas. Rainfall heavier than forecast could cause river levels to rise even higher than predicted. The National Weather Service will monitor this developing situation and issue follow up statements as conditions change. This product, along with additional weather and stream information, is available at https://water.noaa.gov/wfo/lsx

At 511 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near Pittsfield, moving northeast at 60 mph. Another storm capable of producing a tornado was located near Bowling Green moving northeast.
Hazard: Tornado and quarter size hail.
Source: Radar indicated rotation.
Impact: Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage to roofs, windows and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely. Locations impacted include Louisiana, Pike, Clarksville, Atlas, Pleasant Hill, El Dara, Martinsburg, Nebo, Independence, Pittsfield, Time, Pearl, Milton, Detroit, Griggsville, Bedford, Montezuma, Florence and Valley City. This includes Interstate 72 between exits 31 and 35.

Move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a well-built building away from windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying debris.