Flash Flood Watch
.FLASH FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM CDT FRIDAY...
The Flash Flood Watch continues 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.
* until 1 AM CDT Friday
* Several rounds of thunderstorms can be expected this evening.
Heavy rainfall is possible with these storms. This additional
rain on already saturated grounds may lead to flash flooding
and streams and creaks overflowing their banks.
Instructions:
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.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
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.
Address/Location
Ashley Community Fire Protection District
155 E Madison St
Ashley, IL 62808
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 618-485-6678
Alert Details
- Severity:
- Severe - Significant threat to life or property
- Urgency:
- Future - Responsive action SHOULD be taken in the near future
- Certainty:
- Possible (p <= ~50%)
- Category:
- Meteorological (inc. flood)
- Event:
- Flash Flood Watch