* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible.

* WHERE...Portions of Illinois, including the following areas, Ford, Iroquois and Kankakee and northwest Indiana, including the following areas, Benton, Jasper, Lake IN, Newton, and Porter.

* WHEN...Until 1 AM CDT /2 AM EDT/ Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - A slow-moving weather system may continue to bring periods of moderate to heavy rainfall which may lead to localized flooding through this evening. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Flood Watch for flash flooding means rapid-onset flooding is possible, but not yet certain, based upon the latest forecasts. Flash flooding is a dangerous situation. Persons with interests along area rivers, creeks, and other waterways should monitor the latest forecasts and be prepared to take action should flooding develop. close

* WHAT...High wave action and dangerous currents expected at Lake Michigan beaches. Waves 6 to 9 ft expected.

* WHERE...Lake IN and Porter Counties.

* WHEN...Through Monday morning.

* IMPACTS...Swimming conditions will be life threatening, especially for inexperienced swimmers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Remain out of the water to avoid dangerous swimming conditions and do not venture out onto piers, jetties, breakwalls, or other shoreline structures. close