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 Meredosia.

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

* IMPACTS...At 18.0 feet, City of Meredosia plugs storm sewer outlets.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 8:30 PM CDT Thursday the stage was 16.2 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage Friday afternoon and crest near 18.9 feet Wednesday morning. - Flood stage is 17.0 feet.