Macon County, MO
Alerts
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In effect from Wednesday 06/10 11:00 PM CDT – Thursday 06/11 2:00 AM CDT
Issued by NWS Kansas City/Pleasant Hill MO
FFWEAX
The National Weather Service in Pleasant Hill has issued a
* Flash Flood Warning for... Southeastern Grundy County in north central Missouri... Northern Linn County in north central Missouri... North Central Livingston County in north central Missouri... Northern Macon County in north central Missouri... Southern Sullivan County in north central Missouri... Southern Adair County in northeastern Missouri...
* Until 200 AM CDT.
* At 1100 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 2 and 4 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 1.5 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.
HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas.
* Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... La Plata, Browning, Laredo, Purdin, Elmer, South Gifford and Winigan.
What to Do
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Areas Impacted
- Adair, MO
- Grundy, MO
- Linn, MO
- Livingston, MO
- Macon, MO
- Sullivan, MO
Tips to Stay Safe
A Flash Flood Warning means that dangerous flooding is expected or already happening. Flash flooding can develop in hours or minutes, so take protective action now.
- If you are in a low-lying or flood prone area, move to higher ground immediately.
- Stay off bridges over fast-moving water, and away from storm drains, culverts, creeks and streams.
- Never walk, swim, or drive through flood waters or flooded roads.
- If you are trapped in a building, move to the highest floor and call 911. Go to the roof only if necessary.
- 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 06/10 3:59 PM CDT – Thursday 06/11 4:00 AM CDT
Issued by NWS Kansas City/Pleasant Hill MO
What
Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is occurring.
Where
Eastern Macon County in north central Missouri... Northern Randolph County in north central Missouri...
When
Until 400 AM CDT Thursday.
Impacts
Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring.
Additional Details
- At 355 PM CDT, transportation department officials indicate closed roads due to high water. Flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly. Between 1.5 and 3 inches of rain have fallen. - Flooding impacts will continue, additional moderate to heavy rainfall is likely through tonight. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Macon, Bevier, Atlanta, Cairo, Jacksonville and Excello. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
What to Do
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Areas Impacted
- Macon, MO
- Randolph, MO
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 Thursday 06/11 7:14 AM CDT – Friday 06/12 10:00 PM CDT
Issued by NWS Kansas City/Pleasant Hill MO
The National Weather Service in Kansas City/Pleasant Hill has issued a Flood Warning for the following rivers in Missouri
Chariton River at Novinger affecting Macon, Schuyler, Adair and Putnam Counties.
What
Minor flooding is forecast.
Where
Chariton River at Novinger.
When
From Thursday morning to Friday evening.
Impacts
At 20.0 feet, Farm fields along the river begin to flood. At 23.0 feet, Moderate flooding of farmland occurs.
Additional Details
- At 11:45 PM CDT Wednesday the stage was 15.1 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage tomorrow morning to a crest of 22.4 feet early tomorrow afternoon. It will then fall below flood stage late tomorrow evening. - Flood stage is 20.0 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.
This product along with additional weather and stream information is available at www.weather.gov/kc/.
Areas Impacted
- Adair, MO
- Macon, MO
- Putnam, MO
- Schuyler, MO
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 Thursday 06/11 12:46 PM CDT – Sunday 06/14 6:06 PM CDT
Issued by NWS Kansas City/Pleasant Hill MO
Forecast flooding changed from Minor to Moderate severity and increased in duration for the following rivers in Missouri
Chariton River near Prairie Hill affecting Macon and Chariton Counties.
What
Moderate flooding is forecast.
Where
Chariton River near Prairie Hill.
When
From Thursday afternoon to Sunday evening.
Impacts
At 15.0 feet, Fields along the river begin to flood. At 19.0 feet, Farmland and secondary roads in the Chariton River floodplain are under water. At 20.0 feet, State Highway 129 is overtopped by flood waters 8 miles north of Salisbury.
Additional Details
- At 11:45 PM CDT Wednesday the stage was 9.7 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage early tomorrow afternoon to a crest of 20.3 feet Friday morning. It will then fall below flood stage Saturday evening. - Flood stage is 15.0 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.
This product along with additional weather and stream information is available at www.weather.gov/kc/.
Areas Impacted
- Chariton, MO
- Macon, MO
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 06/10 1:00 PM CDT – Thursday 06/11 7:00 AM CDT
Issued by NWS Kansas City/Pleasant Hill MO
What
Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.
Where
Portions of northeast Kansas, including the following areas, Atchison KS and Doniphan and Missouri, including the following areas, Adair, Andrew, Buchanan, Caldwell, Clinton, Daviess, De Kalb, Gentry, Grundy, Harrison, Holt, Linn MO, Livingston, Macon, Mercer, Nodaway, Putnam, Schuyler, Sullivan and Worth.
When
Through Thursday morning.
Impacts
Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks.
Additional Details
- Thunderstorms are expected to develop rapidly this afternoon in much of northern Missouri and far northeastern Kansas. Storms will be slow-moving and capable of producing torrential rainfall. Localized rainfall totals in excess of 3 inches are possible, which may occur in as little as an hour or two. These rainfall totals and rainfall rates will likely lead to instances of flash flooding in the watch area. - 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
- Atchison
- Doniphan
- Nodaway
- Worth
- Gentry
- Harrison
- Mercer
- Putnam
- Schuyler
- Holt
- Andrew
- De Kalb
- Daviess
- Grundy
- Sullivan
- Adair
- Buchanan
- Clinton
- Caldwell
- Livingston
- Linn
- Macon
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 Today
Created by the NWS Kansas City/Pleasant Hill WFO
Severe storms are expected this afternoon into tonight. All severe hazards will be possible. Heavy rainfall will also be 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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