Stephenson County, IL
Alerts
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In effect from Sunday 04/19 7:46 PM CDT – Tuesday 04/21 9:00 AM CDT
Issued by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Illinois
Rock River at Como affecting Whiteside County.
Pecatonica River at Freeport affecting Stephenson County.
Rock River at Moline affecting Rock Island and Henry IL Counties.
Rock River near Joslin affecting Rock Island, Henry IL and Whiteside Counties.
What
Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
Where
Pecatonica River at Freeport.
When
Until late Tuesday morning.
Impacts
At 13.0 feet, Flood Stage. Water affects low lying sections of Freeport mainly east of the Pecatonica River.
Additional Details
- At 6:30 PM CDT Sunday the stage was 13.3 feet. - Recent Activity...The river is near crest. - Forecast...The river is expected to fall below flood stage early Tuesday morning and continue falling to 10.9 feet Sunday, April 26. - Flood stage is 13.0 feet.
What to do
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks.
Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars through flooded areas.
The next statement will be issued by Monday evening at 800 PM CDT.
Areas impacted
- Stephenson, 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 2:15 AM CDT – Monday 04/20 9:00 AM CDT
Issued by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
What
Sub-freezing temperatures in the upper 20s to lower 30s.
Where
Portions of north central, northwest, and west central Illinois and east central, northeast, and southeast Iowa.
When
Until 9 AM CDT 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
- Buchanan
- Delaware
- Dubuque
- Benton
- Linn
- Jones
- Jackson
- Iowa
- Johnson
- Cedar
- Clinton
- Muscatine
- Scott
- Keokuk
- Washington
- Louisa
- Jefferson
- Henry
- Des Moines
- Van Buren
- Lee
- Jo Daviess
- Stephenson
- Carroll
- Whiteside
- Rock Island
- Henry
- Bureau
- Putnam
- Mercer
- Henderson
- Warren
- Hancock
- McDonough
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
Warming Up This Week
Created by the NWS Quad Cities WFO
High pressure to the east will keep the first half of the week mostly dry and pleasant. After a chilly start Monday morning, temperatures will warm into the upper 70s by Wednesday. This warm-up will remain mostly dry, save for a low to medium chance (10-40%) of light showers or a storm Tuesday.
Seven-day weather risk overview
Daily weather risk summary
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