Flash Flood Warning — Ford County, Illinois
Flooding is imminent or already occurring. Move to higher ground immediately — never drive through flooded roads.
Current Status
🌊 Active: Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued August 10 at 1:52AM CDT until August 10 at 4:45AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
FFWLOT The National Weather Service in Chicago has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... North Central Ford County in east central Illinois... Northern Iroquois County in east central Illinois... Southwestern Kankakee County in northeastern Illinois... * Until 445 AM CDT. * At 152 AM CDT, Doppler radar indicated slow moving thunderstorms with rainfall rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour moving into an area that already received 1.5 inches of rainfall due to an earlier storm. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly. HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms. SOURCE...Radar. IMPACT...Rapid-onset flooding of creeks, streams, drainage ditches, streets, underpasses, low-lying areas, and other poor drainage areas. * Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Watseka, Gilman, Herscher, Clifton, Sheldon, Chebanse, Ashkum, Martinton, Crescent City, Danforth, Donovan and Iroquois.
Effective August 10, 2026 at 2:52 AM ET · Expires August 10, 2026 at 5:45 AM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Flash Flood Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Chicago IL
Expires
August 10, 2026 at 5:45 AM ET
Last Checked
41 minutes ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
A Flash Flood Warning means rapid-onset flooding is imminent or may already be occurring. Persons along creeks, drainage ditches, and other waterways should take immediate precautions to protect life and property.
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This same Flash Flood Warning also covers:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Flash Flood Warning mean for Ford County, Illinois?
Flooding is imminent or already occurring. Move to higher ground immediately — never drive through flooded roads.
Is this Flash Flood Warning currently active?
Yes — this alert is active as of our last check (41 minutes ago). It's set to expire August 10, 2026 at 5:45 AM ET.
How do I get notified about Flash Flood Warning alerts for Ford County?
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Flash Flood Warning is also in effect for Iroquois County, Kankakee County.