Winnebago County, WI
Alerts
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In effect from Wednesday 04/22 8:44 PM CDT – Thursday 04/30 7:00 AM CDT
Issued by NWS Green Bay WI
The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Wisconsin
Wolf River at New London affecting Winnebago, Waupaca and Outagamie Counties.
Wolf River near Shiocton affecting Shawano, Waupaca and Outagamie Counties.
For the Lower Wolf River...including Shiocton, New London...Moderate flooding is forecast.
What
Moderate flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is forecast.
Where
Wolf River at New London.
When
Until Thursday, April 30.
Impacts
At 10.1 feet, Flood waters begin to cover portions of West Wolf River Avenue downstream of New London. Widespread lowland flooding is occurring from New London to Fremont.
Additional Details
- At 8:00 PM CDT Wednesday the stage was 10.9 feet. - Bankfull stage is 7.0 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 8:00 PM CDT Wednesday was 11.0 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to fall below flood stage Wednesday, April 29 and continue falling to 8.9 feet Wednesday, April 29. - Flood stage is 9.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
What to do
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
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 Thursday morning by 1145 AM CDT.
Areas impacted
- Outagamie, WI
- Waupaca, WI
- Winnebago, 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.
In effect from Wednesday 04/22 8:59 PM CDT – Thursday 04/23 12:00 PM CDT
Issued by NWS Green Bay WI
The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Wisconsin
Wolf River at Lake Poygan affecting Winnebago and Waushara Counties.
Fox River at Oshkosh affecting Winnebago County.
Fox River at Lake Winnebago at Oshkosh affecting Winnebago County.
For the Lower Wolf River...Lake Poygan...Minor flooding is forecast.
For the Fox River...Oshkosh...Lake Winnebago at Oshkosh...minor flooding is forecast.
What
Minor flooding is occurring.
Where
Fox River at Lake Winnebago at Oshkosh.
When
Until further notice.
Additional Details
- At 8:15 PM CDT Wednesday the stage was 3.8 feet. - Bankfull stage is 3.3 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 8:15 PM CDT Wednesday was 3.8 feet. - Forecast...No forecast is available for this location. - Flood stage is 3.7 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
What to do
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
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 Thursday afternoon by noon CDT.
Areas impacted
- Winnebago, 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.
In effect from Wednesday 04/22 8:59 PM CDT – Thursday 04/23 12:00 PM CDT
Issued by NWS Green Bay WI
The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Wisconsin
Wolf River at Lake Poygan affecting Winnebago and Waushara Counties.
Fox River at Oshkosh affecting Winnebago County.
Fox River at Lake Winnebago at Oshkosh affecting Winnebago County.
For the Lower Wolf River...Lake Poygan...Minor flooding is forecast.
For the Fox River...Oshkosh...Lake Winnebago at Oshkosh...minor flooding is forecast.
What
Minor flooding is occurring.
Where
Fox River at Oshkosh.
When
Until further notice.
Impacts
At 7.5 feet, Water begins to approach area businesses and structures.
Additional Details
- At 8:00 PM CDT Wednesday the stage was 7.5 feet. - Bankfull stage is 7.0 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 8:00 PM CDT Wednesday was 7.6 feet. - Forecast...No forecast is available for this location. - Flood stage is 7.5 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
What to do
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
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 Thursday afternoon by noon CDT.
Areas impacted
- Winnebago, 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.
In effect from Wednesday 04/22 8:59 PM CDT – Thursday 04/23 12:00 PM CDT
Issued by NWS Green Bay WI
The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Wisconsin
Wolf River at Lake Poygan affecting Winnebago and Waushara Counties.
Fox River at Oshkosh affecting Winnebago County.
Fox River at Lake Winnebago at Oshkosh affecting Winnebago County.
For the Lower Wolf River...Lake Poygan...Minor flooding is forecast.
For the Fox River...Oshkosh...Lake Winnebago at Oshkosh...minor flooding is forecast.
What
Minor flooding is occurring.
Where
Wolf River at Lake Poygan.
When
Until further notice.
Impacts
At 5.0 feet, Several inches of water may be surrounding low-lying structures along Lake Poygan and upstream along the Wolf River to Fremont. Local communities from Lake Poygan upstream along the Wolf River to Fremont may consider or already have in effect no wake advisories to protect the shoreline.
Additional Details
- At 8:30 PM CDT Wednesday the stage was 5.2 feet. - Bankfull stage is 4.5 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 8:30 PM CDT Wednesday was 5.3 feet. - Forecast...No forecast is available for this location. - Flood stage is 5.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
What to do
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
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 Thursday afternoon by noon CDT.
Areas impacted
- Waushara, WI
- Winnebago, 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
Rain/Storms Thursday Evening - Friday
Created by the NWS Green Bay WFO
Expect an unseasonably warm day tomorrow as highs peak in the upper 70s to low 80s for most, though temperatures could be over 20 degrees cooler along the lakeshore. Scattered rain and storms then arrive Thursday evening, continuing through Friday afternoon. A strong storm or two cannot be ruled out during this time, with gusty winds and locally heavy rain the primary concerns.
Seven-day weather risk overview
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