Vernon County, MO

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In effect from Thursday 06/11 7:23 PM CDT – Sunday 06/14 1:00 AM CDT

Issued by NWS Springfield MO

The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Missouri

Little Osage River near Horton affecting Vernon County.

For the Little Osage River...including Horton...Minor flooding is forecast.

What

Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.

Where

Little Osage River near Horton.

When

Until early Sunday morning.

Impacts

At 45.0 feet, moderate flooding occurs at the gage site. Low lying areas along Route D near Stotesbury flood.

Additional Details

- At 6:45 PM CDT Thursday the stage was 43.6 feet. - Bankfull stage is 41.0 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 6:45 PM CDT Thursday was 43.6 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 43.7 feet tomorrow morning. It will then fall below flood stage late Saturday evening. - Flood stage is 41.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

What to Do

Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks.
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Many flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.
Friday evening at 730 PM CDT.


Areas Impacted

  • Vernon, 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.

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From the Forecaster

Widespread Rain Chances this Weekend

Created by the NWS Springfield WFO

Widespread rain will move through the region this weekend, bringing the potential for flooding. The highest rain chances (75-95%) are late Saturday into early Sunday. Exact rainfall amounts, timing, and locations will be better assessed in future forecast updates.

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