Hoiatused, Buckheart County Fire Department

Extreme Heat Warning issued July 2 at 11:44PM CDT until July 3 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Lincoln IL * WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 105. * WHERE...Marshall, Mason, McLean, Peoria, Stark, Tazewell, Woodford, Fulton, and Knox Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 PM CDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes. Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

Flood Warning issued July 2 at 7:31PM CDT by NWS Lincoln IL ...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Illinois... Illinois River at Beardstown affecting Schuyler, Morgan, Brown and Cass Counties. Illinois River at Havana affecting Fulton, Mason and Cass Counties. .River levels continue to slowly fall, but moderate flooding will continue at Havana and Beardstown through the holiday weekend. The following forecasts are based on observed precipitation, soil moisture conditions, and forecast precipitation. * WHAT...Moderate flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Illinois River at Havana. * WHEN...Until further notice. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 6:45 PM CDT Thursday the stage was 18.1 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 6:45 PM CDT Thursday was 18.5 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to fall to 14.3 feet Thursday, July 09. - Flood stage is 14.0 feet. Persons with interests along this river need to remain aware of the latest forecasts and associated flood risk for their area. Stay tuned for further updates on this flooding situation. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.