Headline:
Flood Watch issued April 16 at 12:29PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Event:
Flood Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
April 16, 2026 - 10:29am
Expires:
April 17, 2026 - 3:30am
Description:
...The Flood Watch is extended for the following rivers in
Illinois...
Illinois River at La Salle affecting La Salle, Putnam and Bureau
zones.
For the Illinois River (Upper)...including La Salle...flooding is
possible.
* WHAT...Flooding is possible.
* WHERE...Illinois River from Starved Rock Lock and Dam downstream
to confluence with Big Bureau Creek, including the La Salle gauge.
* WHEN...Until further notice.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 11:45 AM CDT Thursday the stage was 19.0 feet.
- Recent Activity...The river has been generally unchanged just
below bankfull the last few days.
- Forecast...Flood stage may be reached by this weekend based
upon the latest forecasted rainfall.
- Flood stage is 20.0 feet.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instruction:
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 late tonight.
Area Description:
Bureau; Putnam; La Salle
Forcast Office:
NWS Chicago IL
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov