Kenosha County, WI
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In effect from Monday 04/20 9:26 PM CDT – Tuesday 04/21 9:30 AM CDT
Issued by NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Wisconsin
Fox River Lower At Waukesha affecting Waukesha County.
...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Wisconsin...Illinois...
Fox River Lower Near New Munster affecting Kenosha and Lake Counties.
What
Major flooding is occurring and major flooding is forecast.
Where
Fox River Lower near New Munster.
When
Until further notice.
Impacts
At 15.0 feet, Highway 50 is closed due to floodwaters over the highway. There is widespread flooding in the Town of Wheatland and Village of Salem Lakes. Floodwaters are into the lower levels of some homes in those areas along Riverside Drive, Shorewood Drive, 101st Street and Shorewood Terrace.
Additional Details
- At 8:00 PM CDT Monday the stage was 14.7 feet. - Bankfull stage is 10.0 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 8:00 PM CDT Monday was 15.0 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to gradually fall to moderate flood Tuesday night and then minor flood later Thursday. - Flood stage is 11.0 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 14.5 feet on 04/20/2013. - 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.
Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks.
Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.
The next statement will be issued Tuesday morning at 930 AM CDT.
Areas impacted
- Lake, IL
- Kenosha, 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
Warmer; Chance Showers/Storms Thu Night-Fri
Created by the NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WFO
Temperatures will warm up this week, with highs Tuesday into Thursday into the 70s well inland each day. Temperatures will turn cooler later Tuesday afternoon and evening from northeast to southwest, with a passing backdoor cold front. Onshore winds Wednesday and a lake breeze Thursday should keep areas near the lake cooler. A cold front moving toward and across the region Thursday night into Friday will bring increasing chances for showers and some thunderstorms.
Seven-day weather risk overview
Daily weather risk summary
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