Effingham, IL-(Effingham Radio)-
FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CDT TONIGHT...
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
* WHERE...Effingham County in southeast Illinois.
* WHEN...Until midnight CDT tonight.
* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 925 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to
thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin
shortly in the advisory area. Between 1 and 2 inches of rain
have fallen in the northwest corner of the county since 830
PM, and rapid accumulations of up to an inch in 30 minutes
have occurred from Altamont to the southeast corner of the
county.
- Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are expected
over the area. This additional rain will result in minor
flooding.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Effingham, Altamont, Teutopolis, Watson, Dieterich, Beecher
City, Edgewood, Mason, Shumway, Montrose, Heartville and
Effingham County Airport.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the
dangers of flooding. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive
on flooded roads.
Please report observed flooding to local emergency services or law
enforcement and request they pass this information to the National
Weather Service when you can do so safely.
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