Crawford County, MI

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In effect from Sunday 04/19 11:39 AM EDT – Tuesday 04/21 6:45 PM EDT

Issued by NWS Gaylord MI

What

Existing water from heavy rainfall last week is routing through the streams, rivers and lakes. Water is gradually receding, but is still flooding low lying areas, creeks, streams, rivers, and lakes.

Where

A portion of northern Michigan, including the following counties, Crawford, Kalkaska, Missaukee and Roscommon.

When

Until 645 PM EDT Tuesday.

Impacts

Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is occurring. Several structures are flooded. Numerous roads remain closed due to flooding. Expect many areas of slow moving or standing water.

Additional Details

- At 1137 AM EDT, Flooding is already occurring in the warned area. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Houghton Lake, Prudenville, Moddersville, Moorestown, Higgins Lake, Roscommon County Airport, Roscommon Township, North Higgins Lake, South Higgins Lake, Falmouth, Vogel Center, Merritt and Stittsville. - 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

  • Crawford, MI
  • Kalkaska, MI
  • Missaukee, MI
  • Roscommon, 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 11:43 AM EDT – Tuesday 04/21 6:45 PM EDT

Issued by NWS Gaylord MI

What

Existing water from heavy rainfall last week is routing through the streams, rivers and lakes. Water is gradually receding, but is still flooding low lying areas, creeks, streams, and rivers.

Where

A portion of northern Michigan, including the following counties, Crawford, Grand Traverse, Kalkaska, Missaukee and Wexford.

When

Until 645 PM EDT Tuesday.

Impacts

Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is occurring. Several structures are flooded and some sand bagging operations are continuing. Numerous roads remain closed due to flooding. Expect many areas of slow moving or standing water.

Additional Details

- At 1142 AM EDT, Flooding is already occurring in the warned area. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Kalkaska, Sharon, Kingsley, Manton, Fife Lake, South Boardman, Morey, Spider Lake, Sigma, Darragh, Hannah and Smithville. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

What to do

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
In hilly terrain there are hundreds of low water crossings which are potentially dangerous in heavy rain. Do not attempt to cross flooded roads. Find an alternate route.


Areas impacted

  • Crawford, MI
  • Grand Traverse, MI
  • Kalkaska, MI
  • Missaukee, MI
  • Wexford, 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.

From the forecaster

Cold Today, with Gradual Warming this Week

Created by the NWS Gaylord WFO

Very chilly today and tonight, with even a few scattered light snow showers expected today. Temperatures will begin to moderate Monday through Wednesday, along with a much needed dry stretch of weather. Still looks like the threat for some additional rain arrives to end the week.

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