Flood Warning

...The Flood Warning continues for the Illinois river at the following locations...

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...Until further notice.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 9:00 AM CDT Friday the stage was 22.9 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage late this afternoon and continue rising to a crest of 24.7 feet early Tuesday morning. - Flood stage is 23.0 feet.