Illinois Floods
Current flood and flash-flood warnings for Illinois from the National Weather Service. Active warnings are mapped by the area each one covers.
Current flooding in Illinois (0)
There are no active flood warnings for Illinois right now.
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That is normal. Conditions can change, so check official local guidance when weather is developing.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the difference between a flood watch and a warning?
- A flood watch means flooding is possible. A flood warning means flooding is happening or about to. A flash flood warning is the most urgent and means move to higher ground now.
- Is it safe to drive through flood water?
- No. Most flood deaths happen in vehicles. As little as a foot of moving water can carry away a car, so turn around rather than drive through water of unknown depth.
About flooding in Illinois
A flood watch means flooding is possible; a flood warning means it is happening or imminent. Flash flood warnings are the most urgent and call for moving to higher ground right away.
Most flood deaths happen in vehicles. Turn around rather than drive through water of unknown depth. As little as a foot of moving water can carry away a car.
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