Houghton County, MI
Alerts
Alerts are listed in order of start time and level of severity. Click on the alert title to read details for each alert.
In effect from Sunday 04/19 9:31 PM EDT – Monday 04/20 4:15 PM EDT
Issued by NWS Marquette MI
The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Michigan
Sturgeon River near Chassell affecting Baraga and Houghton Counties.
Sturgeon River near Alston affecting Baraga and Houghton Counties.
.Snowmelt and recent rainfall resulting in rivers reaching critical levels.
What
Minor flooding is occurring.
Where
Sturgeon River near Chassell.
When
Until further notice.
Impacts
At 10.5 feet, The river begins to overflow onto Sturgeon River Road...Rajala Road...and Aho Road
Additional Details
- At 7:50 PM EDT Sunday the stage was 11.2 feet. - Bankfull stage is 10.0 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 7:50 PM EDT Sunday was 11.2 feet. - Forecast...No forecast is available for this location. - Flood stage is 10.5 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 11.2 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 Monday afternoon at 415 PM EDT.
Areas impacted
- Baraga, MI
- Houghton, 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 Sunday 04/19 9:31 PM EDT – Monday 04/20 4:15 PM EDT
Issued by NWS Marquette MI
The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Michigan
Sturgeon River near Chassell affecting Baraga and Houghton Counties.
Sturgeon River near Alston affecting Baraga and Houghton Counties.
.Snowmelt and recent rainfall resulting in rivers reaching critical levels.
What
Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
Where
Sturgeon River near Alston.
When
Until further notice.
Impacts
At 11.0 feet, Additional homes and structures near the river are impacted and evacuations may be necessary. Water levels may reach the bottom of Froberg bridge in addition to other bridges that cross the river
Additional Details
- At 8:30 PM EDT Sunday the stage was 10.9 feet. - Bankfull stage is 7.5 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 8:30 PM EDT Sunday was 11.6 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to fall to around 8.1 feet Tuesday evening and then remain just above minor flood stage through Wednesday. - Flood stage is 8.0 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 10.9 feet on 04/26/1954. - 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 Monday afternoon at 415 PM EDT.
Areas impacted
- Baraga, MI
- Houghton, 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 Up Again!
Created by the NWS Marquette WFO
Warmer temperatures return this week, with highs potentially returning into the 70s by Wednesday and Thursday. River flooding, while receding, is expected to continue. If you see any flooding, turn around and don't drown!
Seven-day weather risk overview
Daily weather risk summary
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| risk level |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|