Fulton County, IL
Alerts
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In effect from Saturday 04/18 8:45 PM CDT – Sunday 04/19 12:45 PM CDT
Issued by NWS Lincoln IL
The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Illinois
Illinois River near Havana affecting Cass, Mason and Fulton Counties.
.The following forecasts are based on observed precipitation, soil moisture conditions, and forecast precipitation.
What
Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
Where
Illinois River near Havana.
When
Until further notice.
Additional Details
- At 7:45 PM CDT Saturday the stage was 15.4 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 7:45 PM CDT Saturday was 15.4 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 16.8 feet early Thursday morning. - 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.
Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks.
Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.
Areas impacted
- Cass, IL
- Fulton, IL
- Mason, 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 Monday 04/20 1:00 AM CDT – Monday 04/20 8:00 AM CDT
Issued by NWS Lincoln IL
What
Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 31 expected.
Where
Portions of central, east central, and west central Illinois.
When
From 1 AM to 8 AM CDT Monday.
Impacts
Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.
What to do
Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.
Areas impacted
- Knox
- Stark
- Peoria
- Marshall
- Woodford
- Fulton
- Tazewell
- McLean
- Mason
- Logan
- De Witt
- Piatt
- Champaign
- Vermilion
- Douglas
- Edgar
Tips to stay safe
A Freeze Warning means that temperatures will drop below freezing in your area.
- Bring young or vulnerable plants indoors to protect them from the cold
- Wrap or drain outdoor pipes to prevent them from freezing
- Drain in-ground sprinkler systems
Briefing
From the forecaster
Central Illinois Forecast
Created by the NWS Lincoln WFO
Cool and breezy conditions continue today with temps dipping near or below freezing tonight. Cool temps will be in place again Monday but a warning trend will kick off for the remainder of the week.
Seven-day weather risk overview
Daily weather risk summary
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