Active AlertsWoodstock, IL

Flood Warning

Issued at Thu 1:53 PM Apr. 23
Issued by: National Weather Service
Recommended Action
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
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Flood Warning

Issued at Thu 10:13 AM Apr. 23
Issued by: National Weather Service
Description

The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Illinoi
S: Fox River at Montgomery affecting Kane and Kendall Counties. Fox River at Algonquin Lock & Dam tailwater affecting Kane, McHenry and Lake IL Counties.
What: Major flooding is occurring and major flooding is forecast.
Where: Fox River from Johnsburg downstream to Red Gate Road in St. Charles, including the Algonquin Lock & Dam tailwater gauge.
When: Until further notice.
Impacts: At 12.0 feet, Structures threatened along River Street, Johnson Street, and Maiden Lane in East Dundee. North Harrison Street threatened near Riverside Park in Algonquin. Washington Street threatened in Carpentersville. Water Street, Edwards Avenue, and Elgin Avenue threatened in East Dundee. Bayview Road threatened in Elgin. Low-lying areas of Festival Park are threatened in Elgin.
Additional Details: - At 9:30 AM CDT Thursday the stage was 12.0 feet. - ForecastThe river is expected to crest around 12.0 to 12.1 feet this afternoon through Friday, then begin a very slow fall but remain above flood stage through next week. - Flood stage is 9.5 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Recommended Action

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.

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