CALHOUN, IL; Greene, IL; Jersey, IL — ...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Illinois...
Illinois River at Hardin.
River forecasts are based on observed precipitation and forecast precipitation for the next 24 hours.
* WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast.
* WHERE...Illinois River at Hardin.
* WHEN...From late tonight to Tuesday, June 23.
* IMPACTS...At 25.0 feet, Flood Stage. Lowland flooding of unprotected agricultural land begins.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 11:30 AM CDT Monday the stage was 24.7 feet. -
Flooding in Calhoun, IL; Greene, IL; Jersey, IL can cut off roads with little warning, damage homes near low-lying areas, and disrupt power and water service. Even a few inches of moving water can carry away a vehicle.
This report is based on information from NWS, monitored by Alert USA's verified emergency feed.
Alert USA anticipates a high chance of travel disruptions, elevated property risk in low-lying areas, and possible power outages while the event is active.
Recommended steps: avoid flooded roads — turn around, don't drown; move to higher ground if you are in a low-lying area; charge phones and prepare for power loss; check on family and neighbors.
Alert USA is tracking this flood event and will update this report as verified information becomes available.
Verified by Alert USA • NWS