Delta County, MI

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In effect from Sunday 04/19 11:36 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 Nahma Junction affecting Delta County.

.Snowmelt and recent rainfall resulting in rivers reaching critical levels.

What

Minor flooding is occurring. This is above the flood of record.

Where

Sturgeon River near Nahma Junction.

When

Until further notice.

Impacts

At 10.0 feet, Water floods low lying areas along the river. This may include...parts of the Flowing Well Campground downstream of gauge site and the tenmile rapids canoe launch upstream of the gauge site.

Additional Details

- At 10:45 AM EDT Sunday the stage was 11.5 feet. - Bankfull stage is 8.0 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 10:45 AM EDT Sunday was 12.0 feet. - Forecast...No forecast is available for this location. - Flood stage is 10.0 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 11.5 feet on 04/21/1985. - 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

  • Delta, 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.

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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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