Newton County, IN
Alerts
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In effect from Friday 04/17 11:04 AM CDT – Saturday 04/18 5:15 AM CDT
Issued by NWS Chicago IL
The National Weather Service in Chicago IL has issued a Flood Watch for the following rivers in Indiana
Kankakee River at Dunns Bridge affecting Porter and Jasper Counties.
The Flood Watch continues for the following rivers in Indiana
Kankakee River at Shelby affecting Newton and Lake IN Counties.
For the Kankakee River...including Dunns Bridge, Shelby...flooding is possible.
What
Flooding is possible.
Where
Kankakee River from Near I-65 and De Motte downstream to IL/IN state line, including the Shelby gauge.
When
Until further notice.
Impacts
At 10.5 feet, Water overflows low-lying river banks along Bluegrass Road east of Sumava Resorts and along Westwood Drive and Island Boulevard near Shelby. Water begins to be diverted through the Blackberry Marsh Spillway to reduce flood impacts.
Additional Details
- At 10:45 AM CDT Friday the stage was 9.8 feet. - Forecast...Flood stage may be reached early Sunday morning. - Flood stage is 10.5 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
What to do
A Flood Watch means water levels above flood stage are possible, but not yet certain, based upon the latest forecasts. Persons along rivers and streams in the watch area should monitor the latest forecasts and be prepared to take action should flooding develop.
These forecasts are based on observed precipitation as well as forecast precipitation 24 hours into the future. Changes to the rainfall forecast, or any additional rainfall after 24 hours, may cause changes to these river forecasts.
Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.
The next statement will be issued by late tonight.
Areas impacted
- Lake
- Newton
Tips to stay safe
A Flood Watch means the area may experience a dangerous flooding event, and being prepared may save lives and property.
- Be aware of low-lying areas along your travel routes that are most likely to flood.
- Check your home’s emergency supplies, and make sure all members of the household know your emergency plan.
- Stay tuned for local weather updates on the situation as it develops.
If a Flood Warning is issued, it means that dangerous flooding is expected or already happening.
- 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 your home is likely to flood, or if authorities tell you to evacuate, do so immediately and move to higher ground.
Briefing
From the forecaster
Flooding Threat Tonight
Created by the NWS Chicago WFO
In addition to the severe weather, there is also a threat for flash flooding this evening. The greatest flooding threat is expected to be near the IL-WI line where greatest rainfall has occurred over the past five days, but localized flooding could occur anywhere storms train.
Seven-day weather risk overview
Daily weather risk summary
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