Labette County, KS
Alerts
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In effect from Saturday 04/18 5:57 PM CDT – Monday 04/20 8:12 AM CDT
Issued by NWS Wichita KS
The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Kansas
Neosho River near Erie affecting Neosho County.
The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Kansas
Neosho River near Chanute affecting Allen and Neosho Counties.
Neosho River near Parsons affecting Neosho and Labette Counties.
Neosho River at Oswego affecting Cherokee and Labette Counties.
What
Minor flooding is forecast.
Where
Neosho River near Parsons.
When
From this afternoon to Monday morning.
Impacts
At 23.0 feet, Flood waters spread over fields to a distance of 1 and one fourth miles. Several county roads, mainly along the left bank are inundated. Several residents which live along the right bank in the vicinity of Highway 400 may experience water entering their homes at basement levels.
Additional Details
- At 1:30 AM CDT Saturday the stage was 11.1 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage late this afternoon to a crest of 22.6 feet tomorrow morning. It will then fall below flood stage tomorrow evening. - Flood stage is 21.0 feet.
What to do
Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars through flooded areas.
Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding.
Do not drive into flooded areas or go around barricades. Nearly two feet of water will carry most vehicles away. Turn around, don't drown.
Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.
The next statement will be issued this afternoon at 230 PM CDT.
Areas impacted
- Labette, KS
- Neosho, KS
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 Saturday 04/18 6:16 PM CDT – Tuesday 04/21 5:00 AM CDT
Issued by NWS Wichita KS
The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Kansas
Neosho River near Erie affecting Neosho County.
The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Kansas
Neosho River near Chanute affecting Allen and Neosho Counties.
Neosho River near Parsons affecting Neosho and Labette Counties.
Neosho River at Oswego affecting Cherokee and Labette Counties.
What
Minor flooding is forecast.
Where
Neosho River at Oswego.
When
From this evening to early Tuesday morning.
Impacts
At 19.5 feet, Xavier Road leading north from the river gage begins to see water near the road.
Additional Details
- At 7:50 PM CDT Friday the stage was 8.9 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage this evening to a crest of 19.5 feet early tomorrow afternoon. It will then fall below flood stage late Monday morning. - Flood stage is 17.0 feet.
What to do
Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars through flooded areas.
Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding.
Do not drive into flooded areas or go around barricades. Nearly two feet of water will carry most vehicles away. Turn around, don't drown.
Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.
The next statement will be issued this afternoon at 230 PM CDT.
Areas impacted
- Cherokee, KS
- Labette, KS
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
Drier and Cooler This Weekend
Created by the NWS Wichita WFO
A much cooler air mass will move into the region late tonight, and it'll feel a little chilly Saturday morning. A gradual warming trend is forecast going into the beginning of next week.
Seven-day weather risk overview
Daily weather risk summary
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