Grand Traverse County, MI

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In effect from Tuesday 04/21 2:31 PM EDT – Wednesday 04/22 7:45 PM EDT

Issued by NWS Gaylord MI

What

Existing water from heavy rainfall last week is routing through the streams, rivers and lakes. Water is gradually receding, but is still flooding low lying areas, creeks, streams, and rivers.

Where

A portion of northern Michigan, including the following counties, Crawford, Grand Traverse, Kalkaska, Missaukee and Wexford.

When

Until 745 PM EDT Wednesday.

Impacts

Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is occurring. Several structures are flooded and roads remain closed due to flooding. Expect areas of slow moving or standing water.

Additional Details

- At 231 PM EDT, emergency management reported flooding ongoing in the warned area. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

What to do

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.


Areas impacted

  • Crawford, MI
  • Grand Traverse, MI
  • Kalkaska, MI
  • Missaukee, MI
  • Wexford, 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.

From the forecaster

A Look Ahead

Created by the NWS Gaylord WFO

Mostly sunny and pleasantly mild today, with mild conditions persisting on Thursday under just some increasing high and mid level clouds. The threat for showers begins to increase later Thursday night, with fairly widespread showers and perhaps a few rumbles of thunder later Friday afternoon into Friday night. A few lingering showers on Saturday as temperatures cool slightly. More sun and a bit milder weather returns on Sunday.

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