* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.
* WHERE...Portions of Illinois, including the following counties, Boone, Ford, Iroquois, La Salle, Lee, Livingston, Ogle and Winnebago and northwest Indiana, including the following county, Benton.
* WHEN...Until 7 AM CDT /8 AM EDT/ Monday.
* IMPACTS...Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Roads and streets may be flooded.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Showers and thunderstorms are developing along a stalled surface front. Atmospheric conditions are favorable for heavy rainfall with localized rainfall rates exceeding 2 inches per hour late this evening through the overnight. Slow storm motion and the potential for multiple rounds of rainfall will increase the threat for flooding in some areas. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
* AFFECTED AREAS: WINNEBAGO ... BOONE ... OGLE ... LEE ... LA SALLE ... LIVINGSTON ... IROQUOIS ... FORD ... BENTON
Instructions:
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.
