The National Weather Service has scaled back the threat of flooding in this latest weather event.
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Local Red Cross Volunteer Training to Assist Flood Victims in North Carolina
A Winamac woman was chosen to be a part of a leadership group to lead mass care efforts in North Carolina.
Flooding Still a Risk This Weekend
The Yellow River at Knox remains steady at 7.54 feet and forecasters do not predict it will rise to the flood level.
Flood Warning Extended For Area Rivers
Area rivers are under flood warnings as a result of this week’s snowfall. The flood warning has been extended for the Kankakee River at Davis Route 30 until further notice, which will affect LaPorte and Starke Counties. Officials say the stage was steady at 9.7 feet at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, with minor flooding forecast. Pulaski County Emergency Management Agency Director Larry Hoover is also keeping an eye on the Tippecanoe River.
Flood Warning Issued for Area Rivers
High Water Areas May Hinder Travel
Starke County Highway Department officials are reporting high water at the intersection of 250 N. and 100 W., 50 S. between 700 E. and 800 E. and 300 E. between 50 S. and 100 S. Signs have been posted. Most roads including state roads have standing water at least in one lane.
What was once standing water could have frozen overnight which could cause extremely dangerous driving conditions.
Increased Flooding Risk; Areas Prone to Flooding Should Take Preventative Action
On top of that, the forecast predicts between three-fourths and one inch of rain, causing an increase in water levels in ditches, creeks, retention ponds, as well as ponding on road surfaces. Anyone who lives near areas that are prone to flooding are advised to take preventative action now and form a plan in case of flooding.
Flooding a Concern this Weekend
Marshall County EMA Director Clyde Avery said a half an inch to an inch of rain forecast, plus above-freezing temperatures to help melt the snow pack will produce flooding in the area. This is also the case for Starke, LaPorte and Pulaski Counties.
Indiana State Police Warns Drivers of Flood Waters
With unexpectedly high rains soaking the Kankakee Valley, the Indiana State Police has released a reminder for drivers who may be impacted by accumulated standing water.
Heavy rainfall increases the possibility for flooding. Floods occur as streams and rivers overflow their banks, which can occur from deep snow run off or during heavy rainfall. Flash floods can occur rapidly and unexpectedly, after just a few minutes of heavy rain fall or hours of significant precipitation. Hoosiers who live in flood prone areas should always be conscious of the threat of flash floods when receiving significant rainfall.
Hoosiers Encouraged to Get Ready for Spring Floods
The National Weather Service, Indiana State Police, Indiana Department of Transportation, and Indiana Department of Homeland Security are encouraging Hoosiers to get ready for potential flooding during Flood Safety Awareness Week, March 18-22.
