Flash Flood Warning Issued for Tazewell and Woodford Counties in Illinois

Flash Flood Warning was issued by the National Weather Service for Tazewell and Woodford Counties in Illinois.

Flash Flood Warning

The warning was issued at 8:19 PM local time and is scheduled to remain in effect until 10:00 PM local time. The NWS lists the alert severity as severe. Its urgency is listed as immediate. The event is classified as likely.

Storm Details

The public reported thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 3.5 and 4.5 inches of rain have fallen. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly. The rain has begun to let up across the area

Hazards

Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms

Potential Impact

Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. Some locations that will experience flash flooding include. East Peoria, Morton, Washington, Goodfield and Deer Creek. This includes the following highways. Interstate 74 between mile markers 101 and 111. Interstate 155 between mile markers 30 and 31. Multiple streets in and around the Morton area are flooded. Bull Run Creek is swollen and continues to rise, but has not reached homes yet

Areas Affected

The warning covers Tazewell and Woodford Counties in Illinois.

Safety Information

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Move to higher ground now. Act quickly to protect your life. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. 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.