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City of Salem IL. Department of Emergency Management
Monday June 17th, 2019 :: 09:16 a.m. CDT

Advisory

Flash Flood Watch until 01:00AM Tuesday

The Flash Flood Watch is now in effect for

* a portion of south central Illinois...including the following counties...Bond IL...Clinton IL...Fayette IL...Marion IL and Washington IL.

* through late tonight

* Thunderstorms capable of producing very heavy rainfall in a short period of time are expected to move across south central Illinois this afternoon into this evening. One to three inches of rainfall over already wet ground will likely produce flash flooding.

* Heavy rainfall will result in flooding of low lying or poor drainage areas...and ultimately dangerous flash flooding on smaller creeks and streams. Additional rises on larger streams and rivers will also be possible.

* AFFECTED AREAS: WASHINGTON ... CLINTON ... MARION ... FAYETTE ... BOND

Instructions:

A Flash Flood Watch is advanced notice that conditions are favorable that may lead to flash flooding. People in the Watch area, especially in flood prone areas, should use this time to make preparations just in case. Stay informed, and be ready for quick action if flooding is observed or if a Flash Flood Warning is issued.

Address/Location
City of Salem IL. Department of Emergency Management
201 S Rotan St
Salem, IL 62881

Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1

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Alert Details

Severity:
Severe - Significant threat to life or property
Urgency:
Future - Responsive action SHOULD be taken in the near future
Certainty:
Possible (p <= ~50%)
Category:
Meteorological (inc. flood)
Event:
Flash Flood Watch

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