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. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov/quadcities. The next statement will be issued Friday afternoon at 345 PM CDT.

The Flood Watch is extended for the following rivers in Illinois... Rock River at Como affecting Whiteside County. * WHAT...Flooding is possible. * WHERE...Rock River at Como. * WHEN...From late Friday night to late Sunday evening. * IMPACTS...At 12.8 feet, Water begins to encroach into properties on Regan Road northeast of Como. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 3:30 PM CDT Thursday the stage was 11.5 feet. - Forecast...Flood stage may be reached early Saturday morning. - Flood stage is 12.5 feet.