Flooding Predicted Along Kankakee, Tippecanoe Rivers

Heavy rainfall has led to flood warnings along local rivers. The Kankakee River at Davis is expected to reach the minor flood stage overnight and into the moderate flood stage Monday afternoon, according to the National Weather Service. The Tippecanoe River is predicted to reach flood stage at Ora Tuesday morning, while staying just below flood stage in Winamac.

The entire local area is under a flood watch until Monday evening. The National Weather Service reminds residents not to drive through flooded areas or allow children to play near flood waters.