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 615 PM CDT.

The Flood Watch continues 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 late Sunday evening. * 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 9:30 AM CDT Thursday the stage was 11.2 feet. - Forecast...Flood stage may be reached early Saturday morning. - Flood stage is 12.5 feet.