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Central Illinois Forecast

Heavy rain possible

A storm system will spread rain into parts of central IL south of Peoria this afternoon, continuing much of tonight, then departing the area Sunday morning. Rainfall totals could exceed an inch south of I-72, which could produce some moderate runoff and ponding of water where frozen soils remain north of I-70. Mild temperatures can be expected the next several days, with highs in the 50s through the weekend, around 60 Monday and Tuesday, and mid to upper 60s Wednesday. Lows tonight should be around 40.

A storm system will bring widespread rain from around I-72 southward by this evening, continuing overnight, and tapering off Sunday morning. Rainfall amounts over an inch are possible from I-72 southward, while frozen soil conditions remain for areas north of I-70. The combination of frozen soils and heavy rain could produce ponding of water in low lying areas, as well as swollen ditches and rises on rivers and streams.