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...FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SUNDAY AFTERNOON...
Expires: July 20, 2025 @ 1:00pm
PRECAUTIONARY
You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.
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WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible.
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WHERE...Portions of Illinois, including the following areas, Hancock, Henderson, Henry IL, McDonough, Mercer, Rock Island and Warren, Iowa, including the following areas, Benton, Cedar, Clinton, Des Moines, Henry IA, Iowa, Jefferson, Johnson, Jones, Keokuk, Lee, Linn, Louisa, Muscatine, Scott, Van Buren and Washington, and northeast Missouri, including the following areas, Clark and Scotland.
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WHEN...Through Sunday afternoon.
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IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Extensive street flooding and flooding of creeks and rivers are possible.
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ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Thunderstorms are expected across the watch area tonight into Sunday morning. Very high rainfall rates of 2 inches or greater in a short time are possible, which could lead to flash flooding particularly in urban areas. In addition, with the potential for repeated rounds of storms, some locations could receive 2 to 4 inches of rain with locally higher amounts possible. With saturated soils from previous rainfall, these rainfall rates and rainfall amounts will lead to an increased risk for flash flooding.

HomeNewsLocalTri-CountiesRepresentative Dan Swanson Thanked the Henry and Stark County Health Departments on the Illinois House Floor

Representative Dan Swanson Thanked the Henry and Stark County Health Departments on the Illinois House Floor

Fri, November 22, 2024 by Jennifer Russell

In a recent initiative by the Henry County and Stark County Health Departments in Illinois, 21 individuals underwent Lyme Disease screenings and testing, an effort highlighted by State Representative Dan Swanson on the Illinois House floor. This proactive health measure, usually conducted under specific systemic reasons, aims to enhance local health responses and awareness. Swanson, who was among those tested, shared his experience to underline the significance of such programs, revealing a direct link between his own health concerns and his service in Iraq. The representative also noted alarming statistics, stating that over 40% of ticks in Illinois carry Lyme Disease, shedding light on the broader implications of vector-borne diseases in the region.