Station Name: Rock Island L&D 15
Data Source: USGS

Elevation Above Sea Level: 555 feet

Nearest Address:
Rodman Avenue
Rock Island, IL 52801
Rock Island County

GPS Coordinates: 41.5181, -90.5647

Nearby Water Temperatures

Special Weather Statement issued May 12 at 6:01PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Effective: Tue May 12, 2026, 6:01 PM
Expires: Tue May 12, 2026, 8:15 PM

Blustery southwest winds will continue to switch to the west and northwest behind a passing frontal system and gust 40 to 45 MPH at times. These gusty winds may also produce areas of blowing dust downstream of bare agricultural fields through sunset. The dust may result in sudden and localized visibility reductions to under a half mile at times. If traveling in open and rural areas this evening, make sure to slow down and exercise caution.

Special Weather Statement issued May 12 at 5:28PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Effective: Tue May 12, 2026, 5:28 PM
Expires: Tue May 12, 2026, 8:00 PM

Blustery southwest winds will continue to switch to the northwest behind a passing frontal system and gust up to 40 to 45 MPH at times. These gusty winds may also produce areas of blowing dust downstream of bare agricultural fields through sunset. The dust may result in sudden and localized visibility reductions to under a half mile at times. If traveling in open and rural areas this evening, make sure to slow down and exercise caution.

Blowing Dust Advisory issued May 12 at 1:19PM CDT until May 12 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Lincoln IL

Effective: Tue May 12, 2026, 1:19 PM
Expires: Tue May 12, 2026, 7:00 PM

* WHAT...Patchy blowing dust with localized visibility of one mile or less expected. The blowing dust will occur near open agricultural areas. * WHERE...Portions of central, east central, and west central Illinois. * WHEN...Until 7 PM CDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Locally reduced visibility may lead to locally hazardous driving conditions.

Persons with respiratory problems should make preparations to stay indoors until the storm passes. Be ready for a sudden drop in visibility to near zero. If you encounter blowing dust or blowing sand on the roadway or see it approaching, pull off the road as far as possible and put your vehicle in park. Turn the lights all the way off and keep foot off the brake pedal. Remember, 'Pull Aside, Stay Alive'.