If you are in the watch area, remain alert to possible flooding. Residents and those with interests near the river should monitor rising water levels and be prepared for possible flood warnings. The next statement will be issued this evening at 1115 PM CDT.

The National Weather Service in Quad Cities IA IL has issued a Flood Watch for the following rivers in Illinois... Rock River at Como affecting Whiteside County. * WHAT...Flooding is possible. * WHERE...Rock River at Como. * WHEN...From Friday morning to Saturday afternoon. * IMPACTS...At 12.3 feet, Water begins to encroach on the parking areas at Lawrence Park boat launch in Sterling and the Moline Road rest area boat launch southwest of Como. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 10:30 AM CDT Tuesday the stage was 7.4 feet. - Forecast...Flood stage may be reached Friday morning. - Flood stage is 12.5 feet.