Alertes en vigueurMonroe Center, IL

The Flood Watch continues for the following rivers in Illinoi
S: Rock River at Latham Park affecting Winnebago County. Rock River at Rockton affecting Winnebago County. Rock River at Byron affecting Ogle and Winnebago Counties. For the Rock Riverincluding Rockton, Latham Park, Byron flooding is possible.
What: Flooding is possible.
Where: Rock River from Confluence with Kishwaukee River to Castle Rock State Park near Oregon, including the Byron gauge.
When: From late Thursday night to Monday afternoon.
Impacts: At 13.5 feet, Numerous low-lying structures downstream of Byron are flooded.
Additional Details: - At 8:15 PM CDT Wednesday the stage was 10.3 feet. - ForecastFlood stage may be reached late Friday morning. - Flood stage is 13.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

A Flood Watch means water levels above flood stage are possible, but not yet certain, based upon the latest forecasts. Persons along rivers and streams in the watch area should monitor the latest forecasts and be prepared to take action should flooding develop. These forecasts are based on observed precipitation as well as forecast precipitation 24 hours into the future. Changes to the rainfall forecast, or any additional rainfall after 24 hours, may cause changes to these river forecasts. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov. The next statement will be issued by Thursday afternoon.