Baraga County, MI
Alerts
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In effect from Sunday 04/19 11:14 AM EDT – Monday 04/20 2:00 AM EDT
Issued by NWS Marquette MI
The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Michigan
Sturgeon River near Chassell affecting Baraga and Houghton Counties.
Sturgeon River near Alston affecting Baraga and Houghton Counties.
.Snowmelt and recent rainfall resulting in rivers reaching critical levels.
What
Moderate flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is forecast.
Where
Sturgeon River near Alston.
When
Until further notice.
Impacts
At 11.0 feet, Additional homes and structures near the river are impacted and evacuations may be necessary. Water levels may reach the bottom of Froberg bridge in addition to other bridges that cross the river
Additional Details
- At 10:30 AM EDT Sunday the stage was 11.6 feet. - Bankfull stage is 7.5 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 10:30 AM EDT Sunday was 11.8 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to fall to minor flood stage this evening, settling further through Tuesday, April 21 to just below minor flood stage at 7.9 feet. The river then rises back above flood stage Wednesday morning and continues rising to 8.6 feet Sunday, April 26. - Flood stage is 8.0 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 11.6 feet on 07/16/1968. - www.weather.gov/safety/flood
What to do
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Additional information is available at www.weather.gov/marquette.
The next statement will be issued late tonight at 200 AM EDT.
Areas impacted
- Baraga, MI
- Houghton, MI
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 Sunday 04/19 11:14 AM EDT – Monday 04/20 2:00 AM EDT
Issued by NWS Marquette MI
The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Michigan
Sturgeon River near Chassell affecting Baraga and Houghton Counties.
Sturgeon River near Alston affecting Baraga and Houghton Counties.
.Snowmelt and recent rainfall resulting in rivers reaching critical levels.
What
Minor flooding is occurring.
Where
Sturgeon River near Chassell.
When
Until further notice.
Impacts
At 10.5 feet, The river begins to overflow onto Sturgeon River Road...Rajala Road...and Aho Road
Additional Details
- At 6:00 PM EDT Friday, April 17 the stage was 11.1 feet. - Bankfull stage is 10.0 feet. - Forecast...No forecast is available for this location. - Flood stage is 10.5 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 11.2 feet on 04/18/2023. - www.weather.gov/safety/flood
What to do
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Additional information is available at www.weather.gov/marquette.
The next statement will be issued late tonight at 200 AM EDT.
Areas impacted
- Baraga, MI
- Houghton, MI
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
Lake Effect Snow Showers Today
Created by the NWS Marquette WFO
Cooler weather continues today as light lake effect snowfall moves through the area today before ending over the east tonight. Expect the drier conditions this week to bring some relief to flooding concerns across the area, even as we warm back up after today. #906wx #miwx
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