Varningar, Lawrence Public Libary

Flood Watch issued May 26 at 10:50AM CDT until May 27 at 1:00AM CDT by NWS Lincoln IL * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...A portion of southeast Illinois, including the following counties, Clay, Crawford, Effingham, Jasper, Lawrence and Richland. * WHEN...Through late tonight. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Thunderstorms with high rainfall rates up to 2-3 inches per hour late this afternoon and early evening. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.