Neosho County, KS
Alerts
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In effect from Sunday 04/19 8:06 AM CDT – Monday 04/20 5:04 PM CDT
Issued by NWS Wichita KS
The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Kansas
Neosho River at Oswego affecting Cherokee and Labette Counties.
Neosho River near Parsons affecting Neosho and Labette Counties.
The Flood Warning is cancelled for the following rivers in Kansas
Neosho River near Erie affecting Neosho County.
What
Moderate flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is forecast.
Where
Neosho River near Parsons.
When
Until tomorrow afternoon.
Additional Details
- At 7:30 AM CDT Sunday the stage was 24.9 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 25.0 feet this afternoon. It will then fall below flood stage late tonight. - Flood stage is 21.0 feet.
What to do
Do not drive into flooded areas or go around barricades. Nearly two feet of water will carry most vehicles away. Turn around, don't drown.
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 morning at 915 AM CDT.
Areas impacted
- Labette, KS
- Neosho, 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.
Briefing
From the forecaster
Forecast through Thursday
Created by the NWS Wichita WFO
Warm and breezy conditions are forecast this week. Thunderstorm chances return on Thursday, and strong to severe storms may be possible with the best chances east of I-135. Stay tuned for updates to the forecast over the coming days.
Seven-day weather risk overview
Daily weather risk summary
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