Ionia County, MI
Alerts
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In effect from Saturday 04/18 11:02 AM EDT – Tuesday 04/21 11:00 PM EDT
Issued by NWS Grand Rapids MI
The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Michigan
Grand River at Lowell affecting Kent County.
Grand River at Ionia affecting Ionia County.
Grand River at Ada affecting Kent County.
Grand River at Grand Rapids affecting Kent County.
Maple River at Maple Rapids affecting Clinton County.
Thornapple River Near Caledonia affecting Kent County.
Thornapple River Above Hastings affecting Barry County.
Muskegon River Near Croton affecting Newaygo County.
Muskegon River At Evart affecting Osceola County.
Pine River at Alma affecting Gratiot County.
Grand River at Robinson Township affecting Ottawa County.
Grand River near Comstock Park affecting Kent County.
Portage River near Vicksburg affecting Kalamazoo County.
Muskegon River at Bridgeton affecting Newaygo County.
Muskegon River at Newaygo affecting Newaygo County.
The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Michigan
Grand River at Lansing affecting Ingham County.
Sycamore Creek At Holt affecting Ingham County.
Red Cedar River At East Lansing affecting Ingham County.
Looking Glass River Near Eagle affecting Clinton County.
Pere Marquette River near Scottville affecting Mason County.
White River near Whitehall affecting Muskegon County.
Chippewa River below Mt. Pleasant affecting Isabella County.
The Flood Warning is cancelled for the following rivers in Michigan
Rogue River below Rockford affecting Kent County.
What
Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
Where
Grand River at Ionia.
When
Until late Tuesday evening.
Impacts
At 21.0 feet, Expect minor flooding of several buildings in the Ionia Fairgrounds, a shopping mall near the Fairgrounds, and several businesses and residences in the southern portion of Ionia.
Additional Details
- At 9:45 AM EDT Saturday the stage was 21.8 feet. - Bankfull stage is 13.5 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 9:45 AM EDT Saturday was 21.8 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to fall below flood stage late Tuesday morning and continue falling to 17.3 feet Saturday, April 25. - Flood stage is 21.0 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 21.8 feet on 03/29/1950. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
What to do
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars through flooded areas.
Additional information is available at www.weather.gov/grr.
Areas impacted
- Ionia, 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 11:00 PM EDT – Monday 04/20 11:00 AM EDT
Issued by NWS Grand Rapids MI
What
Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 20 expected.
Where
Portions of central, south central, southwest, and west central Michigan.
When
From 11 PM this evening to 11 AM EDT Monday.
Impacts
Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.
What to do
Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.
Areas impacted
- Muskegon
- Montcalm
- Gratiot
- Ottawa
- Kent
- Ionia
- Clinton
- Allegan
- Barry
- Eaton
- Ingham
- Van Buren
- Kalamazoo
- Calhoun
- Jackson
Tips to stay safe
A Freeze Warning means that temperatures will drop below freezing in your area.
- Bring young or vulnerable plants indoors to protect them from the cold
- Wrap or drain outdoor pipes to prevent them from freezing
- Drain in-ground sprinkler systems
In effect from Sunday 04/19 11:00 PM EDT – Monday 04/20 11:00 AM EDT
Issued by NWS Grand Rapids MI
The Freeze Watch has been replaced. Please see the latest information from NWS Grand Rapids MI on this developing situation.
What to do
Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.
Areas impacted
- Muskegon
- Montcalm
- Gratiot
- Ottawa
- Kent
- Ionia
- Clinton
- Allegan
- Barry
- Eaton
- Ingham
- Van Buren
- Kalamazoo
- Calhoun
- Jackson
Tips to stay safe
A Freeze Watch means that temperatures will be low enough to lead to freezing in some areas.
- Bring young or vulnerable plants indoors to protect them from the cold
- Wrap or drain outdoor pipes to prevent them from freezing
- Drain in-ground sprinkler systems
Briefing
From the forecaster
Seven-day weather risk overview
Daily weather risk summary
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