At 6:35 a.m. National Weather
Service Doppler radar indicated very heavy rain has fallen in
a line from Broadwell to Mount Pulaski to Mount Auburn to
Taylorville. Upwards of 3 inches of rain has been reported
since 3 a.m.
Thunderstorms with excessive
rainfall will continue across Logan and Christian counties.
Rainfall amounts will likely range from 4 to 6 inches by 9
a.m. These rainfall amounts will likely produce flash
flooding. |
A flash flood warning means that
flooding is imminent or occurring. If in a flood-prone area,
move to higher ground immediately. Residents living along
creeks and streams are especially vulnerable to the effects of
flash flooding. Do not attempt to cross flooded areas by foot
or automobile.
Report flash flooding to your
local ESDA or the nearest law enforcement agency for relay to
the National Weather Service.
[Weather alert sent out
at 7:51 a.m.]
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