Alert
Flash Flood Warning for Vermilion County - Especially along the North Fork of the Vermilion River
The NWS has issued a Flash Flood Warning for Vermilion County. Radar indicated that an area between Hoopeston and Rossville may have received as much as 6-7 inches of rain. THe North Fork River is rising rapidly with the last reading at 8.42 feet, Near Flood Stage at 3:30pm. Residents along the North Fork should be alert to rising river conditions and prepare to take action if necessary.
Instructions:
Prepare to take action if river waters rise to threatening levels.
Address/Location
Vermilion County Emergency Management Agency
201 N Vermilion St
Danville, IL 61832
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 217-443-6011
Alert Details
- Severity:
- Severe - Significant threat to life or property
- Urgency:
- Immediate - Responsive action SHOULD be taken immediately
- Certainty:
- Likely (p > ~50%)
- Category:
- Meteorological (inc. flood)
- Event:
- Flash Flood Warning