ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) – Ahead of a new storm that could bring heavy rain to parts of Rockford, the city is warning residents about flooded roads over the past two nights.
The areas affected by flooding are:
E. State Street (Trainer, New Town, Fairview, Hollister, Welty, Rockford, St. Louis, Rome, Washington)Fairview/Chelsea from State Street to Brendenwood9th – 11th and Washington Streets to 21st Charles StreetJefferson Street (2nd to 3rd)Alpine Road at Spring Creek Road and BroadwayKishwaukee and Harrison in ColoradoN 2nd Street (along Spring Creek)Broadway in Woodruff (railroad viaduct)Argus Drive from Bell School to Perryville11th to 23rd Streets18th Street6th to 18th Streets7th to 18th StreetsWhitman in Rockton9th Street Viaduct under the UP railroad tracksRockton State University
Record Store Culture Shock After the Flood (WIFR)
Motorists should avoid driving in bad weather, and if you must drive, here are some safety tips:
Do not drive through flooded roads. If you find a flooded road, turn back and find an alternative route to your destination. Use caution as visibility is limited, especially at night. Six inches of water can bottom out most passenger vehicles and cause them to lose control or stall. Two feet of water can sweep away most vehicles, including SUVs and pickup trucks. Do not attempt to cross a flooded road, even if the water appears shallow. Water may hide potholes, or even worse, floodwaters may wash off the surface of the road and damage it. If you have no other route, continue to higher ground and wait for the water to subside.
A line of fast moving thunderstorms is expected tonight that could bring damaging winds and tornadoes along with flash flooding. Here are some safety tips to help protect you from tonight’s weather:
Consider moving your vehicle away from large trees. Have multiple ways to receive warning information. If a warning is issued for your area, be prepared to retreat indoors and get to a safe location. Take appropriate action now to protect yourself and your belongings from floodwaters: Turn back. Don’t drown! Avoid flooded roads and paths.
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