Woodford County, IL
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In effect from Tuesday 04/21 1:00 AM CDT – Saturday 04/25 7:00 AM CDT
Issued by NWS Lincoln IL
The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Illinois
Illinois River at Peoria affecting Tazewell, Woodford and Peoria Counties.
Illinois River at Beardstown affecting Cass, Morgan, Schuyler and Brown Counties.
.The following forecasts are based on observed precipitation, soil moisture conditions, and forecast precipitation.
What
Minor flooding is forecast.
Where
Illinois River at Peoria.
When
From late tonight to Saturday morning.
Impacts
At 18.0 feet, Some flooding begins to bottomland not protected by levees.
Additional Details
- At 10:45 AM CDT Monday the stage was 17.6 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage just after midnight tonight to a crest of 18.4 feet Wednesday morning. It will then fall below flood stage early Saturday morning. - Flood stage is 18.0 feet.
What to do
Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks.
Persons with interests along this river need to remain aware of the latest forecasts and associated flood risk for their area. Stay tuned for further updates on this flooding situation.
Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.
Areas impacted
- Peoria, IL
- Tazewell, IL
- Woodford, 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.
Briefing
From the forecaster
Central Illinois Forecast
Created by the NWS Lincoln WFO
Temperatures warm this week, ending the threat of any frost/freeze conditions. Highs will be near 80 the next few days. Scattered storms could develop Tuesday evening (20-40% chance). After that, the next chance of precip is Thursday night.
Seven-day weather risk overview
Daily weather risk summary
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