Full Notification

The National Weather Service in Saint Louis has issued a

* Flash Flood Watch for portions of Illinois and Missouri... including the following counties...in Illinois...Bond IL... Clinton IL...Fayette IL...Marion IL...Monroe IL...Randolph IL...Saint Clair IL and Washington IL. In Missouri...Crawford MO...Iron MO...Jefferson MO...Madison MO...Reynolds MO...Saint Francois MO...Sainte Genevieve MO and Washington MO.

* from 7 AM CDT this morning through late tonight

* Widespread rainfall from thunderstorms, heavy at times can be expected this morning with more thunderstorms expected to move through the region this afternoon and this evening. Some areas may receive 1 to 2 inches of rainfall. This rain on already saturated grounds from recent heavy rains may lead to flash flooding and streams and creaks overflowing their banks.

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

* AFFECTED AREAS: WASHINGTON ... STE. GENEVIEVE ... MONROE ... RANDOLPH ... BOND ... ST. CLAIR ... CRAWFORD ... FAYETTE ... IRON ... WASHINGTON ... JEFFERSON ... REYNOLDS ... ST. FRANCOIS ... MARION ... MADISON ... CLINTON

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.