5059 Reidland Rd. Warmer weather and rain is forecasted for the Illinois River valley.
Heavy ice is still prevalent on the lower half of the river.
Warmer temps with rain could cause a rapid rise in water levels and cause ice flows. Flowing ice can affect fleeting areas and carry large amounts of drift which can damage vessel wheels. Also, floating nav aids may be unreliable if not non-existent. Please remind your wheelmen to be extra cautious during this transitional phase in river conditions. The USCG Cutter Sangamon will be underway when conditions allow.