Brown County, IL

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In effect from Sunday 06/14 4:00 AM CDT – Friday 06/12 3:45 AM CDT

Issued by NWS Lincoln IL

The National Weather Service in Lincoln IL has issued a Flood Warning for the following rivers in Illinois

Illinois River at Beardstown affecting Schuyler, Morgan, Brown and Cass Counties.

.The following forecasts are based on observed precipitation, soil moisture conditions, and forecast precipitation.

What

Minor flooding is forecast.

Where

Illinois River at Beardstown.

When

From late Saturday night until further notice.

Impacts

At 18.0 feet, Seepage problems begin in the Lost Creek Drainage and Levee District.

Additional Details

- At 10:45 AM CDT Thursday the stage was 10.9 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage early Sunday morning and continue rising to 16.4 feet Thursday, June 18. Additional rises are possible thereafter. - Flood stage is 14.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

What to Do

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

  • Brown, IL
  • Cass, IL
  • Morgan, IL
  • Schuyler, 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 Thursday 06/11 11:50 AM CDT – Thursday 06/11 7:00 PM CDT

Issued by NWS St Louis MO

What

Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.

Where

Portions of west central Illinois, including the following areas, Adams IL and Brown IL and northeast Missouri, including the following areas, Knox MO, Lewis MO, Marion MO and Shelby MO.

When

Until 7 PM CDT this evening.

Impacts

Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Area creeks and streams are running high and additional heavy rain rates could cause new flooding, or worsen ongoing flooding.

Additional Details

- A brief round of thunderstorms with heavy rain rates is expected later this afternoon and evening, and while this round will only last 1 to 3 hours, these areas have already seen considerable recent rains and area creeks and streams are already swollen. As such, additional Flash Flooding will be possible late this afternoon and evening.

What to Do

You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.


Areas Impacted

  • Adams
  • Brown
  • Knox
  • Lewis
  • Shelby
  • Marion

Tips to Stay Safe

A Flood Watch means the area may experience a dangerous flooding event, and being prepared may save lives and property. 

  • Be aware of low-lying areas along your travel routes that are most likely to flood. 
  • Check your home’s emergency supplies, and make sure all members of the household know your emergency plan
  • Stay tuned for local weather updates on the situation as it develops.

If a Flood Warning is issued, it means that dangerous flooding is expected or already happening. 

  • 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 your home is likely to flood, or if authorities tell you to evacuate, do so immediately and move to higher ground. 

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Today's Severe Potential

Created by the NWS St Louis WFO

Severe weather is expected again this afternoon into this evening. The greatest potential for severe weather will exist in NE MO and WC IL. Storms will gradually weaken with southeastern extent.

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