Flood Watch issued April 3 at 11:56PM CDT until April 4 at 10:00AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be
possible.
* WHERE...Portions of northern and central Illinois and northwest
Indiana.
* WHEN...Until 10 AM CDT /11 AM EDT/ Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Roads and streets may be flooded. Area creeks and
streams are already elevated, increasing the risk of flooding due
to additional rainfall.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- Recent rounds of heavy rainfall have left soils saturated and
stream and creek levels elevated across the area. Additional
rounds of heavy rainfall overnight may lead to rapid run-off
and an increased threat of flash flooding.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
A Flood Watch for flash flooding means rapid-onset flooding is
possible, but not yet certain, based upon the latest forecasts.
Flash flooding is a dangerous situation. Persons with interests
along area rivers, creeks, and other waterways should monitor the
latest forecasts and be prepared to take action should flooding
develop.
Varoitus voimassa la klo 7:56 - la klo 18:00
