Delta County, MI
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In effect from Monday 04/20 11:53 AM EDT – Tuesday 04/21 2:00 AM EDT
Issued by NWS Marquette MI
The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Michigan
Sturgeon River near Nahma Junction affecting Delta County.
.Snowmelt resulting in rivers reaching critical levels.
What
Minor flooding is occurring.
Where
Sturgeon River near Nahma Junction.
When
Until further notice.
Impacts
At 10.0 feet, Water floods low lying areas along the river. This may include...parts of the Flowing Well Campground downstream of gauge site and the tenmile rapids canoe launch upstream of the gauge site.
Additional Details
- At 10:45 AM EDT Monday the stage was 10.7 feet. - Bankfull stage is 8.0 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 10:45 AM EDT Monday was 11.5 feet. - Forecast...No forecast is available for this location. - Flood stage is 10.0 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 10.8 feet on 04/18/2023. - www.weather.gov/safety/flood
What to do
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Additional information is available at www.weather.gov/marquette.
The next statement will be issued late tonight at 200 AM EDT.
Areas impacted
- Delta, 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
Warming Through Midweek
Created by the NWS Marquette WFO
Dry weather and warmer temperatures can be expected through midweek. Expect light winds and abundant sunshine tomorrow with temperatures reaching the 50s and 60s. With the light winds expect a lake breeze to form near Lake Superior and Lake Michigan by afternoon, dropping temperatures back down into the 40s along the shorelines. Rivers will continue to run high due to continued snowmelt. The next chance for rain comes Thursday night.
Seven-day weather risk overview
Daily weather risk summary
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