Labette County, KS
Alerts
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In effect from Thursday 06/11 10:41 AM CDT – Thursday 06/11 5:15 PM CDT
Issued by NWS Wichita KS
Observed flooding changed to Moderate severity and increased in duration for the following rivers in Kansas
Neosho River at Oswego affecting Labette and Cherokee Counties.
What
Minor flooding is forecast.
Where
Neosho River at Oswego.
When
Until late this afternoon.
Impacts
At 17.0 feet, The left bank begins to overflow and floods agricultural fields. Also, the dirt county road, 13000 Road, along the north side of the river bank starts to flood at 1.5 miles downstream of gage site where the bridge crosses Lightning Creek.
Additional Details
- At 7:00 AM CDT Thursday the stage was 16.7 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage late this morning to a crest of 17.2 feet this afternoon. It will then fall below flood stage this afternoon. - Flood stage is 17.0 feet.
What to Do
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 this afternoon at 515 PM CDT.
Areas Impacted
- Cherokee, KS
- Labette, KS
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.
Briefings
From the Forecaster
Severe Storms Southeast Kansas Today
Created by the NWS Wichita WFO
A cold front will sweep across Kansas later today and will trigger scattered storms this afternoon and evening. Some of these storms could be strong to severe with large hail, damaging winds, and heavy rainfall possible.
Seven-day Weather Risk Overview
The graphic shows the daily risk summary for 7 days. Daily risk is based on highest risk factor for that day.
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