Residents and those with interests near the river should monitor rising water levels and be prepared for possible flood warnings. Please report observed flooding to local emergency services or law enforcement and request they pass this information to the National Weather Service when you can do so safely. The next statement will be issued this evening at 1115 PM CDT.

Forecast flooding changed from Minor to Moderate severity and increased in duration for the following rivers in Illinois... Rock River near Joslin affecting Henry IL, Whiteside and Rock Island zones. * WHAT...Flooding is possible. * WHERE...Rock River near Joslin. * WHEN...From Wednesday evening until further notice. * IMPACTS...At 15.0 feet, Water affects residences in the Thompson addition. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 10:45 AM CDT Tuesday the stage was 9.7 feet. - Forecast...Flood stage may be reached late tomorrow evening. - Flood stage is 12.0 feet.