...The flood warning continues for the following river in Illinois...Missouri... Mississippi River at Cape Girardeau and Thebes .Moderate flooding continues along the Mississippi River at Cape Girardeau and Thebes. Water levels continue to rise and major flooding is forecast to develop at Cape Giradeau Saturday night and at Thebes on Tuesday. Crests of 44.0 feet at Cape Girardeau and 42.0 feet at Thebes are currently expected on Tuesday. Some fluctuations to the forecast are possible depending on how much rain falls over the Mississippi River basin over the next week, so check back often for updates. The Flood Warning continues for the Mississippi River at Cape Girardeau * until further notice. * At 8:00 PM Friday the stage was 41.0 feet. * Flood Stage is 32.0 feet. * Moderate flooding is occurring and Major flooding is forecast. * Forecast...The river will continue rising to near 44.0 feet by Tuesday evening then begin falling. * Impact...At 43.0 Feet...The flood gate on North Main Street closes. &&
