Full Notification

The National Weather Service in Saint Louis has issued a

* Flash Flood Watch for portions of Illinois and Missouri...
including the following counties...in Illinois...Bond IL...
Clinton IL...Fayette IL...Marion IL...Monroe IL...Randolph
IL...Saint Clair IL and Washington IL. In Missouri...Crawford
MO...Iron MO...Jefferson MO...Madison MO...Reynolds MO...Saint
Francois MO...Sainte Genevieve MO and Washington MO.

* from 7 AM CDT this morning through late tonight

* Widespread rainfall from thunderstorms, heavy at times can be
expected this morning with more thunderstorms expected to move
through the region this afternoon and this evening. Some areas
may receive 1 to 2 inches of rainfall. This rain on already
saturated grounds from recent heavy rains may lead to flash
flooding and streams and creaks overflowing their banks.

* Heavy rainfall will result in flooding of low lying or poor
drainage areas...and ultimately dangerous flash flooding on
smaller creeks and streams. Significant rises on larger
streams and rivers will also be possible.

Instructions:

A Flash Flood Watch is advanced notice that conditions are
favorable that may lead to flash flooding. People in the Watch
area, especially in flood prone areas, should use this time to
make preparations just in case. Stay informed, and be ready for
quick action if flooding is observed or if a Flash Flood Warning
is issued.