Ogle County, IL
Alerts
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In effect from Sunday 04/19 8:00 PM CDT – Monday 04/20 2:00 PM CDT
Issued by NWS Chicago IL
The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Illinois
Rock River at Byron affecting Ogle County.
Rock River at Rockton affecting Winnebago County.
Rock River at Latham Park affecting Winnebago County.
What
Moderate flooding is occurring and forecasted to continue.
Where
Rock River from Confluence with Kishwaukee River to Castle Rock State Park near Oregon, including the Byron gauge.
When
Until further notice.
Impacts
At 15.5 feet, Water threatens lower sections of the water treatment plant property in Byron. Water threatens IL-2 west of Byron.
Additional Details
- At 7:15 PM CDT Sunday the stage was 15.2 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to remain nearly steady through tomorrow afternoon before gradually falling thereafter. - Flood stage is 13.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
What to do
A Flood Warning means water levels above flood stage are imminent or may already be occurring. Persons along rivers and streams in the warned area should take immediate precautions to protect life and property.
These forecasts are based on observed precipitation as well as forecast precipitation 24 hours into the future. Changes to the rainfall forecast, or any additional rainfall after 24 hours, may cause changes to these river forecasts.
Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.
The next statement will be issued by Monday afternoon.
Areas impacted
- Ogle, IL
Tips to stay safe
A Flood Warning means that dangerous flooding is expected or already happening. Take immediate action to protect yourself and your home.
- If your home is likely to flood, or if authorities tell you to evacuate, do so immediately and move to higher ground.
- Never walk, swim, or drive through flood waters or flooded roads.
- Stay away from areas where water levels can rise rapidly, like storm drains, culverts, creeks and streams.
- If you are trapped in a building, move to the highest floor and call 911. Go to the roof only if necessary.
- Do not go into any room where electrical cords or outlets are under water. Stay out of water that may have electricity in it!
- If your vehicle is trapped in rapidly moving water, stay inside. If water is rising inside the vehicle, move to the roof and signal for help.
In effect from Monday 04/20 7:00 AM CDT – Monday 04/20 7:00 PM CDT
Issued by NWS Chicago IL
The National Weather Service in Chicago IL has issued a Flood Warning for the following rivers in Illinois
Rock River at Dixon affecting Ogle and Lee Counties.
For the Rock River...including Dixon...Minor flooding is forecast.
What
Minor flooding is forecasted.
Where
Rock River from Castle Rock State Park near Oregon downstream to Lee County line, including the Dixon gauge.
When
From Monday morning to tomorrow evening.
Impacts
At 16.0 feet, N Canal Drive threatened in Woodland Shores. Water overflows low-lying banks along west First Street in Dixon. Residential property threatened near Sherman Avenue and River Street in Dixon.
Additional Details
- At 9:15 PM CDT Sunday the stage was 15.9 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 16.0 feet tomorrow morning. It will then fall below flood stage early tomorrow afternoon. - Flood stage is 16.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
What to do
A Flood Warning means water levels above flood stage are imminent or may already be occurring. Persons along rivers and streams in the warned area should take immediate precautions to protect life and property.
These forecasts are based on observed precipitation as well as forecast precipitation 24 hours into the future. Changes to the rainfall forecast, or any additional rainfall after 24 hours, may cause changes to these river forecasts.
Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.
The next statement will be issued by Monday afternoon.
Areas impacted
- Lee, IL
- Ogle, IL
Tips to stay safe
A Flood Warning means that dangerous flooding is expected or already happening. Take immediate action to protect yourself and your home.
- If your home is likely to flood, or if authorities tell you to evacuate, do so immediately and move to higher ground.
- Never walk, swim, or drive through flood waters or flooded roads.
- Stay away from areas where water levels can rise rapidly, like storm drains, culverts, creeks and streams.
- If you are trapped in a building, move to the highest floor and call 911. Go to the roof only if necessary.
- Do not go into any room where electrical cords or outlets are under water. Stay out of water that may have electricity in it!
- If your vehicle is trapped in rapidly moving water, stay inside. If water is rising inside the vehicle, move to the roof and signal for help.
In effect from Monday 04/20 2:34 AM CDT – Monday 04/20 9:00 AM CDT
Issued by NWS Chicago IL
What
Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 26 expected, with the coldest conditions across interior northern Illinois.
Where
Portions of central, east central, north central, and northeast Illinois and northwest Indiana.
When
Until 9 AM CDT /10 AM EDT/ this morning.
Impacts
Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.
What to do
Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.
Areas impacted
- Winnebago
- Boone
- McHenry
- Lake
- Ogle
- Lee
- De Kalb
- Kane
- DuPage
- La Salle
- Kendall
- Grundy
- Kankakee
- Livingston
- Iroquois
- Ford
- Northern Cook
- Southern Cook
- Northern Will
- Southern Will
- Eastern Will
- Lake
- Porter
- Newton
- Jasper
- Benton
Tips to stay safe
A Freeze Warning means that temperatures will drop below freezing in your area.
- Bring young or vulnerable plants indoors to protect them from the cold
- Wrap or drain outdoor pipes to prevent them from freezing
- Drain in-ground sprinkler systems
Briefing
From the forecaster
The Week Ahead
Created by the NWS Chicago WFO
Warmer conditions will develop this week (with the exception of Wednesday near the lake). There is a chance of thunderstorms mainly near/south of I-80 Tuesday evening. Thereafter, greater shower/storm chances will arrive with another cold front towards the end of the week.
Seven-day weather risk overview
Daily weather risk summary
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