Flood Warning

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

Illinois River at La Grange LD.

Illinois River at Valley City.

Illinois River at Hardin.

Illinois River at Meredosia.

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 this afternoon until further notice.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 10:30 AM CDT Saturday the stage was 16.9 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage this afternoon and continue rising to a crest of 18.3 feet Wednesday morning. - Flood stage is 17.0 feet.