Putnam County, IL
Alerts
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In effect from Friday 06/12 12:15 AM CDT – Friday 06/12 10:45 AM CDT
Issued by NWS Chicago IL
The National Weather Service in Chicago IL has issued a Flood Warning for the following rivers in Illinois
Vermilion River near Leonore affecting La Salle County.
Illinois River at La Salle affecting Putnam, Bureau and La Salle Counties.
Sugar Creek at Milford affecting Iroquois County.
For the Vermilion River (Illinois Basin)...including Leonore...Minor flooding is forecast.
What
Minor flooding is forecast.
Where
Illinois River from Starved Rock Lock and Dam downstream to confluence with Big Bureau Creek, including the La Salle gauge.
When
From late tonight until further notice.
Impacts
At 22.0 feet, Lower parking lot at Starved Rock State Park is inundated east of La Salle. High water levels begin to impact shipping interests along the river.
Additional Details
- At 3:45 PM CDT Thursday the stage was 19.2 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage just after midnight tonight and continue rising to a crest of 23.8 feet early Saturday afternoon. - Flood stage is 20.0 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 Friday morning.
Areas Impacted
- Bureau, IL
- La Salle, IL
- Putnam, 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
Saturday Storms, Otherwise Nice into Next Week
Created by the NWS Quad Cities WFO
We have some really fantastic weather ahead into early next week with largely pleasant and comfortable conditions. The only blemish in the forecast is a return of storms on Saturday, some of which could be severe in the afternoon and evening.
Seven-day Weather Risk Overview
The graphic shows the daily risk summary for 7 days. Daily risk is based on highest risk factor for that day.
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