These forecasts are based on observed precipitation as well as forecast precipitation 24 hours into the future. Changes to the rainfall forecast, or any additional rainfall after 24 hours, may cause changes to these river forecasts. A Flood Warning means water levels above flood stage are imminent or may already be occurring. Persons along rivers and streams in the warned area should take immediate precautions to protect life and property. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov. The next statement will be issued by Sunday afternoon.

The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Illinois... Des Plaines River near Gurnee affecting Lake IL County. ...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Illinois... Des Plaines River near Russell affecting Lake IL County. For the Des Plaines River...including Russell, Gurnee...Minor flooding is forecast. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Des Plaines River from US-41 in Gurnee downstream to Townline Road in Vernon Hills, including the Gurnee gauge. * WHEN...Until early Thursday morning. * IMPACTS...At 9.0 feet, Kilbourne Road and Emerald Avenue threatened near Grand Avenue in Gurnee. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 6:30 PM CDT Saturday the stage was 8.3 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 6:30 PM CDT Saturday was 8.3 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to remain near the crest of 8.3 feet tonight, then slowly fall. The river is expected to fall below flood stage Wednesday evening. - Flood stage is 7.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood