 The National Weather Service in Lincoln has issued the following
short-term forecast and hazardous weather outlook:Today:
Periods of snow. High near 34. North-northwest wind between 10 and
17 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100
percent. Total daytime snow accumulation of 1 to 3 inches possible.
Tonight: Scattered flurries before midnight. Mostly cloudy,
with a low around 20. Blustery, with a northwest wind 17 to 20 mph,
decreasing to between 9 and 12 mph.
Hazardous weather outlook
National Weather Service, Lincoln
6:12 a.m. Wednesday
This hazardous weather outlook is for portions of central
Illinois: Christian, DeWitt, Logan, Macon McLean, Menard, Morgan,
Sangamon and Scott counties.
Wednesday and Wednesday night
Snow will develop on the backside of a strong storm system. Total
snowfall will range from 1 to 2 inches by the time the snow ends
late Wednesday afternoon.
Recent heavy rains and rapid melting of snow have caused high
water levels on many area rivers, creeks and streams. Flooding is
occurring or expected to occur in many areas as a result. Monitor
river warnings and statements for the latest information.
Thursday through Tuesday
Flooding will persist along many area rivers, creeks and streams
over the next few days.
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