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Flood — Washington, IL

Apr 29, 2025

During the afternoon of April 29th, a QLCS from Oklahoma and southern Kansas entered southwest Illinois. Although the QLCS had been decaying up to this point, it was still capable of producing severe weather. Wind damage, flooding, and hail were all reported as the complex passed from Randolph County through Marion County.

Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 1242827). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.

Flood Risk Context for Washington, IL

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