PIKE, IL; Scott, IL — ...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Illinois...
Illinois River at Valley City.
River forecasts are based on observed precipitation and forecast precipitation for the next 24 hours.
* WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast.
* WHERE...Illinois River at Valley City.
* WHEN...From Thursday afternoon until further notice.
* IMPACTS...At 14.0 feet, The road to Norbut Fish and Wildlife area is flooded.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 11:30 AM CDT Monday the stage was 12.6 feet.
Flooding in Pike, IL; Scott, 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