Active AlertsStreamwood, IL

The Flood Watch continues for the following rivers in Illinoi
S: Des Plaines River at Lincolnshire affecting Northern Cook and Lake IL zones. For the Des Plaines Riverincluding Lincolnshireflooding is possible.
What: Flooding is possible.
Where: Des Plaines River from Townline Road in Libertyville downstream to Palatine Road in Prospect Heights, including the Lincolnshire gauge.
When: Until early Sunday morning.
Impacts: At 13.0 feet, Low-lying trails in Wright Woods Forest Preserve are inundated.
Additional Details: - At 8:45 PM CDT Thursday the stage was 12.3 feet. - ForecastThe river may rise to rise to a crest near flood stage Friday evening or Saturday morning after additional rainfall tonight. - Flood stage is 12.5 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

A Flood Watch means water levels above flood stage are possible, but not yet certain, based upon the latest forecasts. Persons along rivers and streams in the watch area should monitor the latest forecasts and be prepared to take action should flooding develop. 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 Friday afternoon.