Flood watch in effect for multiple Central Illinois counties
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CENTRAL ILLINOIS (WCIA) — A flood watch is in effect for a number of Central Illinois counties and will last until Sunday.

Courtesy the National Weather Service, flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible for portions of the following Central Illinois counties:
  • Christian
  • DeWitt
  • Logan
  • Macon
  • McLean
  • Menard
  • Piatt
  • Sangamon
  • Champaign
  • Vermilion
  • Morgan

This flood watch for these counties was put into effect at 1:45 p.m. on Saturday and will be in effect until Sunday at 1 p.m. Some of the impacts include excessive runoff that may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams and other low-lying and flood-prone areas. Flooding may also occur in poor drainage and urban areas.

People in these areas are urged to monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible flood warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action if flooding develops.

To stay up to date with all Central Illinois weather news, download the WCIA 3 Weather mobile app. For additional information on flooding safety tips, visit www.weather.gov/safety/flood.
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