Full Notification

The National Weather Service in Saint Louis has issued a

* Flash Flood Watch for portions of south central Illinois and southwest Illinois...including the following counties...in south central Illinois...Bond IL...Clinton IL...Fayette IL... Marion IL and Montgomery IL. In southwest Illinois...Greene IL...Jersey IL...Macoupin IL and Madison IL.

* through Thursday morning

* Thunderstorms capable of producing very heavy rainfall in a short period of time are expected to move across southwest and south central Illinois today and 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. Significant rises on larger streams and rivers will also be possible.

* AFFECTED AREAS: MACOUPIN ... CLINTON ... JERSEY ... MARION ... FAYETTE ... GREENE ... BOND ... MADISON ... MONTGOMERY

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.