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Special Weather Statement
Issued: 3:23 AM Apr. 13, 2026 – National Weather Service
...Gusty south to southwest winds overnight... Moderately strong winds out of the south to southwest will continue late this evening into the overnight hours. Expect a few sporadic gusts of 40 to 50 mph with more frequent gusts of 25 to 40 mph. These winds can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
River Flood Warning
Issued: 2:07 AM Apr. 13, 2026 – National Weather Service
...FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE... * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Illinois River at Beardstown. * WHEN...Until further notice. * IMPACTS...At 14.4 feet, Seepage problems begin in the Coal Creek Drainage and Levee District. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 8:45 PM CDT Sunday the stage was 15.2 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 8:45 PM CDT Sunday was 15.3 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to fall to 14.1 feet Sunday, April 19. - Flood stage is 14.0 feet. && Fld Observed Forecasts (7 pm CDT) Location Stg Stg Day/Time Mon Tue Wed Illinois River Beardstown 14.0 15.2 Sun 8 pm CDT 15.2 15.1 15.0 &&
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