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The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Illinoi
S: Illinois River at Havana affecting Fulton, Cass and Mason Counties. Illinois River at Beardstown affecting Schuyler, Cass, Brown and Morgan Counties. .River levels continue to rise from the recent heavy rain. Flooding at Havana is expected to crest late this week near moderate flood stage. Flooding at Beardstown is expected to develop Tuesday morning. The following forecasts are based on observed precipitation, soil moisture conditions, and forecast precipitation.
What: Minor flooding is forecast.
Where: Illinois River at Beardstown.
When: From Tuesday morning until further notice.
Impacts: At 14.4 feet, Seepage problems begin in the Coal Creek Drainage and Levee District.
Additional Details: - At 9:45 AM CDT Sunday the stage was 12.2 feet. - ForecastThe river is expected to rise above flood stage Tuesday morning and continue rising to 16.2 feet Sunday, August 23. Additional rises are possible thereafter. - Flood stage is 14.0 feet.

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. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.