Flood Warning

...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Missouri...Illinois...

Mississippi River at Hannibal.

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Missouri...Illinois...

Mississippi River at Clarksville.

Mississippi River at Louisiana.

Mississippi River at Saverton.

Mississippi River at Winfield.

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

* WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.

* WHERE...Mississippi River at Hannibal.

* WHEN...Until Thursday evening.

* IMPACTS...At 18.0 feet, The northern end of Southside Recreation #2 Park along Bear Creek begins flooding at this height. Gate wells are shut down to prevent the sewers from backing up. Also at this level pumps are set to standby.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 10:15 AM CDT Sunday the stage was 17.0 feet. - Recent Activity...The river rose above flood stage on June 13, peaking at 17.1 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 17.6 feet Tuesday morning. It will then fall below flood stage Wednesday afternoon. - Flood stage is 17.0 feet.