Miami County, KS
Alerts
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In effect from Saturday 06/13 1:00 AM CDT – Sunday 06/14 7:00 AM CDT
Issued by NWS Kansas City/Pleasant Hill MO
What
Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.
Where
Portions of Kansas, including the following areas, Johnson KS, Leavenworth, Linn KS, Miami and Wyandotte and Missouri, including the following areas, Bates, Cass, Clay, Henry, Jackson, Johnson MO, Lafayette, Pettis and Platte.
When
From late tonight through Sunday morning.
Impacts
Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas.
Additional Details
- Heavy rain and thunderstorms are expected to develop tonight and again Saturday evening. A band of 2-4 inches of rainfall is possible tonight. Area that receive heavy rainfall tonight could see additional flash flooding concerns with storms Saturday evening. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
What to Do
You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.
Areas Impacted
- Miami
- Linn
- Leavenworth
- Wyandotte
- Johnson
- Platte
- Clay
- Jackson
- Lafayette
- Cass
- Johnson
- Pettis
- Bates
- Henry
Tips to Stay Safe
A Flood Watch means the area may experience a dangerous flooding event, and being prepared may save lives and property.
- Be aware of low-lying areas along your travel routes that are most likely to flood.
- Check your home’s emergency supplies, and make sure all members of the household know your emergency plan.
- Stay tuned for local weather updates on the situation as it develops.
If a Flood Warning is issued, it means that dangerous flooding is expected or already happening.
- 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 your home is likely to flood, or if authorities tell you to evacuate, do so immediately and move to higher ground.
Briefing
From the Forecaster
Severe Storms Possible Saturday
Created by the NWS Kansas City/Pleasant Hill WFO
Pleasant weather is expected today with light winds, sunny skies, and low humidity. A cold front will push southeast Saturday. Storms will develop across northern Missouri and northeastern Kansas Saturday afternoon and spread southeast through the evening. Large hail, damaging winds, and a few tornadoes are possible. Locally heavy rainfall and flash flooding are also 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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