Flood Warning

...The Flood Warning is extended for the following river in Illinois...

Illinois River at La Grange LD.

Illinois River at Meredosia.

Illinois River at Valley City.

Illinois River at Hardin.

River forecasts are based on observed precipitation and forecast precipitation for the next 24 hours.

* WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast.

* WHERE...Illinois River at La Grange LD.

* WHEN...From Friday morning until further notice.

* IMPACTS...At 24.0 feet, Extensive wetland acreage south of La Grange begins flooding.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 8:00 PM CDT Thursday the stage was 22.6 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage Friday morning and crest near 24.7 feet Tuesday afternoon. - Flood stage is 23.0 feet.