Elkhart County, IN
Alerts
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In effect from Friday 04/17 10:34 PM EDT – Saturday 04/18 4:45 PM EDT
Issued by NWS Northern Indiana
...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Indiana... Michigan...Ohio...
Saint Joseph River Michigan at Niles affecting Berrien, St. Joseph and Cass MI Counties.
North Branch Elkhart River at Cosperville affecting Noble County.
Tippecanoe River near Ora affecting Pulaski County.
Tippecanoe River above Winamac affecting White, Carroll and Pulaski Counties.
Saint Joseph River Ohio below Montpelier affecting Williams County.
Saint Joseph River Ohio near Newville affecting Defiance, Allen IN and De Kalb Counties.
Tiffin River at Stryker affecting Fulton OH, Defiance and Williams Counties.
Saint Joseph River Michigan at South Bend affecting Berrien, St. Joseph and Elkhart Counties.
Saint Joseph River Michigan at Three Rivers affecting St. Joseph MI, Elkhart and Branch Counties.
For the Tippecanoe River...including Ora, Winamac, Norway Dam... Minor flooding is forecast. For the Saint Joseph River Ohio...including Montpelier, Newville, St. Joe River Ft. Wayne...Moderate flooding is forecast. For the Tiffin River...including Stryker...Minor flooding is forecast. For the Saint Joseph River Michigan...including Three Rivers, Mottville, Elkhart IN, South Bend, Niles...Minor flooding is forecast.
What
Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
Where
Saint Joseph River Michigan at South Bend.
When
Until further notice.
Impacts
At 7.0 feet, Flooding is confined to park land and park roads. Some backyard flooding may occur in low lying residential areas near the river.
Additional Details
- At 10:15 PM EDT Friday the stage was 5.8 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 10:15 PM EDT Friday was 5.9 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 6.7 feet Monday morning. - Flood stage is 5.5 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
What to do
Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks.
Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars through flooded areas.
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Detailed river forecasts and additional information can be found at www.weather.gov/iwx under Rivers and Lakes.
The next statement will be issued Saturday afternoon at 445 PM EDT.
Areas impacted
- Elkhart, IN
- St. Joseph, IN
- Berrien, MI
Tips to stay safe
A Flood Warning means that dangerous flooding is expected or already happening. Take immediate action to protect yourself and your home.
- If your home is likely to flood, or if authorities tell you to evacuate, do so immediately and move to higher ground.
- Never walk, swim, or drive through flood waters or flooded roads.
- Stay away from areas where water levels can rise rapidly, like storm drains, culverts, creeks and streams.
- If you are trapped in a building, move to the highest floor and call 911. Go to the roof only if necessary.
- Do not go into any room where electrical cords or outlets are under water. Stay out of water that may have electricity in it!
- If your vehicle is trapped in rapidly moving water, stay inside. If water is rising inside the vehicle, move to the roof and signal for help.
In effect from Friday 04/17 10:34 PM EDT – Saturday 04/18 4:45 PM EDT
Issued by NWS Northern Indiana
...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Indiana... Michigan...Ohio...
Saint Joseph River Michigan at Niles affecting Berrien, St. Joseph and Cass MI Counties.
North Branch Elkhart River at Cosperville affecting Noble County.
Tippecanoe River near Ora affecting Pulaski County.
Tippecanoe River above Winamac affecting White, Carroll and Pulaski Counties.
Saint Joseph River Ohio below Montpelier affecting Williams County.
Saint Joseph River Ohio near Newville affecting Defiance, Allen IN and De Kalb Counties.
Tiffin River at Stryker affecting Fulton OH, Defiance and Williams Counties.
Saint Joseph River Michigan at South Bend affecting Berrien, St. Joseph and Elkhart Counties.
Saint Joseph River Michigan at Three Rivers affecting St. Joseph MI, Elkhart and Branch Counties.
For the Tippecanoe River...including Ora, Winamac, Norway Dam... Minor flooding is forecast. For the Saint Joseph River Ohio...including Montpelier, Newville, St. Joe River Ft. Wayne...Moderate flooding is forecast. For the Tiffin River...including Stryker...Minor flooding is forecast. For the Saint Joseph River Michigan...including Three Rivers, Mottville, Elkhart IN, South Bend, Niles...Minor flooding is forecast.
What
Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
Where
Saint Joseph River Michigan at Three Rivers.
When
Until further notice.
Impacts
At 9.0 feet, Moderate flooding of Scidmore Park can be expected. Evacuation of some animals in the park zoo can also be expected. High water affects several businesses and floods the basements of homes along south Main, Green, and Jackson Streets.
Additional Details
- At 9:45 AM EDT Friday the stage was 7.4 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 9:45 AM EDT Friday was 7.4 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 8.8 feet early Monday afternoon. - Flood stage is 7.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
What to do
Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks.
Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars through flooded areas.
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Detailed river forecasts and additional information can be found at www.weather.gov/iwx under Rivers and Lakes.
The next statement will be issued Saturday afternoon at 445 PM EDT.
Areas impacted
- Elkhart, IN
- Branch, MI
- St. Joseph, MI
Tips to stay safe
A Flood Warning means that dangerous flooding is expected or already happening. Take immediate action to protect yourself and your home.
- If your home is likely to flood, or if authorities tell you to evacuate, do so immediately and move to higher ground.
- Never walk, swim, or drive through flood waters or flooded roads.
- Stay away from areas where water levels can rise rapidly, like storm drains, culverts, creeks and streams.
- If you are trapped in a building, move to the highest floor and call 911. Go to the roof only if necessary.
- Do not go into any room where electrical cords or outlets are under water. Stay out of water that may have electricity in it!
- If your vehicle is trapped in rapidly moving water, stay inside. If water is rising inside the vehicle, move to the roof and signal for help.
Briefing
From the forecaster
Cooler Weather Ahead
Created by the NWS Northern Indiana WFO
A strong cold front will bring thunderstorms tonight, followed by breezy winds, and cooler conditions for this weekend. Frost will be possible Saturday night and again Sunday night. Plans should be made to protect cold-sensistive plants. Warmer weather will return mid-week.
Seven-day weather risk overview
Daily weather risk summary
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