Good Monday, Quad-Cities. It’s back to work for most of us, although some schools are on spring break this week. At 6 a.m. it’s 30 degrees under overcast skies in the Quad-Cities. That dusting of snow on the ground now should melt off in no time.

Iowa Department of Transportation, crews will be out in Scott and Cedar counties and on Interstates 74, 80, and 280, beginning today removing and replacing damaged sections of the roads.

According to the IDOT, the contractor intends to patch on I-74 and I-280 first, then finish up on I-80. The good news is that it shouldn’t affect most people’s commute as all patching work will be accomplished in the evening hours between 7 p.m. Monday nights to 6 a.m. Friday mornings; and between 9 p.m. Sunday nights to 6 a.m. Monday mornings. Traffic will be restricted to one lane in each direction throughout the work zone. Motorists are urged to remain alert and use caution when traveling through these interstate areas. The work is scheduled for completion in May.

Today’s National Weather Service forecast

It will be mostly sunny and windy, with a high near 45 degrees. Tonight there’s a 20 percent chance of rain after 1 a.m. The low will be around 37 degrees.

Area river levels

To keep track of local river levels, CLICK HERE.

The Mississippi River is falling slightly in the Quad-Cities. The Mississippi River at Lock and Dam 15 in the Quad-Cities is below flood stage at 10.09 feet at 2 a.m. Flood stage is 15 feet. The river is expected to remain steady.

Meanwhile, National Weather Service, or NWS, flood warnings for area streams and tributaries continue although most are or have seen their crests.

At 3:30 a.m., the Rock River at Joslin, Ill., was at 12.49 feet. Flood stage is 12 feet. Minor flooding is occurring. The forecast is to reach 12.8 feet by Friday evening. Water is affecting low-lying areas, some summer cottages and Lundeen’s Landing campground.

At 3:30 a.m., the Rock at Moline dipped below flood stage at 11.53 feet and will remain below flood stage for the new few days. Flood stage in Moline is 12 feet.

At 3 a.m., the Wapsipinicon River in DeWitt was at 12.7 feet and causing major flooding. The river is near crest and should hold steady throw Tuesday before dropping below flood stage by Friday morning. Flood stage is 11 feet.  At 12.5 feet, overland flooding occurs with water affecting residences along the river between Wheatland and Calamus and businesses along the river near Calamus. Homes along old U.S. 61, county road E63 north of the river near Toronto and the lowest roads in Buena Vista also are affected.

At 4 a.m., the Cedar River near Conesville, Iowa, was above flood stage at 15.12 feet. Flood stage is 13 feet. Minor flooding is occurring. The Cedar will fall to flood stage by Tuesday morning. Water is affecting Edgewater Road in Conesville, yards and access roads of residences along Iowa Highway 22, lowest sections of campgrounds just north of I-80 along the river, the lowest sections of Jack Shuger Memorial Park in Moscow and 152nd Street north of County Road F70. Saulsbury Road, Lindle, Keokuk and Elder avenues and Hoot Owl Junction are also affected by the high water.

At 3 a.m., the Iowa River at Columbus Junction, Iowa, was at 19.95 feet with minor flooding occurring. Flood stage is 19 feet. The river will fall below flood stage Monday evening.

At 4 a.m., the Iowa River in Wapello, Iowa, was at 21.95. Flood stage in Wapello is 20 feet. Moderate flooding is occurring. The River will fall to flood stage by Thursday afternoon. Water is affecting residences near the U.S. 61 bridge.

Spring cleaning for your health

The Scott County Health Department is reminding people that it is time for spring cleaning. One of the first places to start, health officials say, is the kitchen. Here’s what to look for.

-- Refrigerator/freezer: It is important to clean your fridge weekly of spills, bacteria, mold and mildew. To do this, rub the shelves of your fridge with hot, soapy water and rinse with a damp cloth and dry with a clean towel.

-- Pantry/cupboard: Be sure to clean out your pantry or cupboards frequently and throw out items that are past the “use by” date on the package or can.

-- Kitchen sink drain and disposal: Don’t forget your kitchen sink drain and disposal. Pieces of flood can be trapped which provides the perfect conditions for bacteria to grow. To try to clean it once or twice a week by simply pouring a solution of one teaspoon of chlorine bleach in one quarter of water down the drain.

-- Dishcloths and towels: Remember to wash dishcloths and towels frequently in the washer and dry them in the dryer. Dishcloths and towels are great for bacteria growth when they are wet.

-- Sponges: It is important to replace kitchen sponges frequently. Bacteria and food particles can stay on the sponge even after it is rinsed out.

-- Cutting boards: Use a separate cutting board for meats and produce. Be sure to clean it with hot, soapy water after cutting the food to get rid of bacteria and before using it again.

-- Countertops: Keep your countertops clean by wiping them with hot, soapy water after using them for making food, eating or using it for something else.

-- Floors: Pieces of food and spills can end up on your floor often, especially if there are small children around.

-- Disposal of chemicals and medications: While cleaning, make sure to look for old chemicals or medications that have expired or an no longer being used. Do not throw these items in your trash.

Check out flight times

Flying? CLICK HERE  to check flight status, wait times and more for regional airports, including the Quad-City International Airport in Moline and O’Hare International Airport in Chicago.

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Road work

Here is a partial list of road construction work in your area. CLICK HERE to view complete list.

Davenport

— 67th Street between Eastern Avenue and Jersey Ridge Road closed indefinitely because of excessive mud.

Moline

— North Shore Drive closed between 16th and 26th streets.

— South Shore Drive closed east and west of 27th Street.

— 60th Street closed south of Green Valley Park.

— North Shore Drive closed between 48th Avenue and Interstate 74

— Avenue of the Cities will be closed between 27th to 34th streets for a sewer and road construction project. Traffic will use 12th Avenue detour.

Rock Island

— Blackhawk Road (Illinois 5) road reconstruction project affects the area between 24th to 38th streets. Although the road will remain open during the project, drivers should expect delays and should be alert for flaggers who will be directing traffic past the various works operations.

Henry County

— Osco Road from Illinois 81 to U.S. 6 until May 1. Max gross vehicular weight is 10 tons. All permit loads prohibited. Slow down and watch for heavy congestion in the construction area. Use alternate routes when possible.

— Grange Road from Geneseo to Illinois 92 until May 1. Max gross vehicular weight is 10 tons. All permit loads prohibited. Slow down and watch for heavy congestion in the construction area. Use alternate routes when possible.

— Illinois 82 from the Green River to 2.8 miles north of U.S. 6 until June 1. Traffic will be restricted to one lane and controlled by temporary traffic signals. Oversize loads restricted 15 feet wide.

— Cleveland Road 250 feet east of Illinois 84 beginning March 31 until April 4. Both lanes closed for crossing repair. Watch for heavy congestion in the construction area. Use alternate routes when possible.

Mercer County

— Illinois 94 from 1.9 miles north of Illinois 17 to Edwards River until Oct. 17. Traffic will be restricted to one lane and controlled by temporary traffic signals. Oversize loads restricted to max width of 10 feet 6 inches. Expect delays.

Rock Island County

— Illinois 5 at Illinois 84 until Nov. 15. Traffic restricted to one lane in each direction as each half of the bridge is removed and replaced. Drivers are strongly urged to use extreme caution when driving through construction areas. Slow down and watch for workers.

Whiteside County

— Freeport Road from Sterling to Pilgrim Road until May 1. Northbound and southbound lanes closed at times. Traffic reduced to a maximum weight of 11 tons.

Muscatine County

— U.S. 61 will be reduced to one lane in both directions with a 12 feet width limit in both directions at Muscatine County Road G28 for bridge construction until Nov. 26.

Plot a pothole

Had your teeth rattled by a car-eating pothole? First, call the city where the pothole is located. Here are the phone numbers: Davenport: 326-7923; Bettendorf: 344-4088; Moline: 797-0425; Rock Island: 732-2200; East Moline: 752-1573. Second, go online CLICK HERE  and add it to our pothole map. Find out where the worst potholes are in the Quad-Cities.