After more than 10 inches of rain in less than a week, residents in Coles and Edgar County are hoping for an end to the storms.
Roadways are flooded, fields are washed out, and now schools are closing for high waters.
Oakland mayor Jamie Harris says the Ashmore Road is under about a foot of water, and drivers need to be cautious.
Kasas resident John Saxton says that all drivers should be also be aware of other drivers swerving into opposite lanes to avoid large puddles.
For Coles County, an aerial flood warning is in effect until Friday afternoon.
While waiting for the sunshine to ruturn on Saturday, WEIU News Watch hopes you stay as safe and dry as possible!
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