Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars through flooded areas. Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov/hgx. The next statement will be issued this evening at 1145 PM CDT.

Areas of fog are developing across the region this morning with some reductions in visibilities to 1/2 mile possible. Motorists should use extra caution especially in areas that are typically fog prone.