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. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov. The next statement will be issued by late tonight.

The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Indiana... Illinois... Kankakee River at Shelby affecting Lake IN and Newton Counties. Fox River at Algonquin Lock & Dam tailwater affecting McHenry, Lake IL and Kane Counties. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Kankakee River from Near I-65 and De Motte downstream to IL/IN state line, including the Shelby gauge. * WHEN...Until Monday evening. * IMPACTS...At 10.5 feet, Water overflows low-lying river banks along Bluegrass Road and in Wildwood Estates east of Sumava Resorts. Water begins to be diverted through the Blackberry Marsh Spillway to reduce flood impacts. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 8:45 AM CDT Saturday the stage was 10.6 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 8:45 AM CDT Saturday was 10.6 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to fall below flood stage Monday afternoon. - Flood stage is 10.5 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood