Columbia County, WI
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In effect from Tuesday 04/21 9:41 PM CDT – Wednesday 04/22 7:00 AM CDT
Issued by NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Wisconsin
Wisconsin River At Portage affecting Columbia County.
What
Minor flooding is occurring.
Where
Wisconsin River at Portage.
When
Until tomorrow morning.
Impacts
At 17.0 feet, Water is near homes in the Blackhawk Park area of Portage on the south side of the river along Old River Road. Floodwaters are over West Lake Road, West Lane Rd, and Blackhawk Road in the Blackhawk Park area.
Additional Details
- At 5:50 PM CDT Tuesday the stage was 17.2 feet. - Bankfull stage is 12.7 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 5:50 PM CDT Tuesday was 17.8 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise below flood stage late this evening and then rise to a crest of 16.9 feet early tomorrow afternoon. - Flood stage is 17.0 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 17.4 feet on 04/28/2018. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
What to do
Even 6 inches of fast-moving flood water can knock you off your feet and a depth of 2 feet will float your car. Never try to walk, swim, or drive through such swift water. If you come upon flood waters, stop, turn around and go another way.
Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars through flooded areas.
Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.
The next statement will be issued Wednesday morning at 700 AM CDT.
Areas impacted
- Columbia, WI
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
End of Week Weather Outlook
Created by the NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WFO
Quiet weather through the day Thursday with a chance for fog tonight, primarily across far southern WI. Thursday night through Friday storms are likely at times with stronger storms possible in western WI later Thursday night. Quieter conditions return by Friday night.
Seven-day weather risk overview
Daily weather risk summary
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