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Minor to Moderate Flooding Expected in Regional Rivers Over Next Week

Thursday, February 17 by Jc Tinsley

Rivers in the region are forecast to swell beyond their banks in the coming days. As of now, some minor to moderate flooding is expected though that could be revised. As of Thursday afternoon, the Little Wabash River at Carmi sat at 19.1 feet,... Read More.

Route One South of Mt. Carmel Closed Due to Flooding

Monday, January 13 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Route One South of Mt. Carmel is closed due to flooding.

State and Local Officials Urge Residents to Plan for Spring Flooding Now

Monday, January 6 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The National Weather Service says wet ground conditions mixed with higher than normal river levels could lead to flooding in Illinois this spring. State and local officials are urging residents to plan for spring weather emergencies now. The Illinois Department of Insurance recommends residents... Read More.

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Major Rain Causes Local Flooding

Thursday, May 30 by Jc Tinsley

Major rain Area residents faced water covered roadways around the area Wednesday morning following heavy rains that fell across Southeastern Illinois and the tri-state.Rain totals in downtown Carmi measured close to an inch, with other locations receiving even more rain.Several rural roads and a number... Read More.

Local Flooding Continues

Tuesday, February 19 by Jc Tinsley

Flooding Continues Rainfall is expected to pick up this (Tues) afternoon and into tonight.While the rain may be mixed with snow at times, but will change to all rain overnight.Minor to moderate flooding remains forecast on most area rivers and additional anticipated rainfall coming in... Read More.

Updates announced by Gallatin County EMA concerning flooding

Tuesday, February 27 by Jc Tinsley

A flood warning continues for the Ohio River at Old Shawneetown. The river level at 9:30 am this morning was at 49.08 feet and is still predicted to... Read More.

Gallatin County facing flooding from Ohio River

Monday, February 26 by Jc Tinsley

A flood warning continues for the Ohio River at Old Shawneetown.The river level at 9:30 am Monday morning was at 47.75 feet and is still predicted to crest at 53.8 feet on March 4th.Gallatin County EMA Director Steve Galt, has been meeting with officials from all... Read More.

Flooding affects recreation sites at Shawnee National Forest

Friday, May 5 by Jc Tinsley

Southern Illinois currently is responding to flooding. As rain continues to fall, many of our streams and rivers have yet to crest, or reach their highest level. While Shawnee National Forest works to assess the impacts of flooding, it’s important people remain safe... Read More.

American Red Cross Continues with Flood Response While Preparing for Potential of Additional Flooding

Friday, May 5 by Jc Tinsley

The American Red Cross Central and Southern Illinois Region continues to assist residents who were affected by the heavy rains and flash flooding that pummeled parts of the Midwest, including central and southern Illinois, over the past week. A number of communities in... Read More.