Luce County, MI
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In effect from Sunday 04/19 11:32 AM EDT – Monday 04/20 2:15 AM EDT
Issued by NWS Marquette MI
The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Michigan
Tahquamenon River near Paradise affecting Luce County.
.Snowmelt and recent rainfall resulting in rivers reaching critical levels.
What
Minor flooding is expected to occur within the next 24 hours.
Where
Tahquamenon River near Paradise.
When
Until further notice.
Impacts
At 9.5 feet, The river exceeds bankfull stage At 10.3 feet, The river is at the high water mark set in May of 1960. No known significant flooding impacts are known for river heights at or below this stage
Additional Details
- At 10:45 AM EDT Sunday the stage was 9.9 feet. - Bankfull stage is 9.5 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 10.0 feet on 04/19/2023. - 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 215 AM EDT.
Areas impacted
- Luce, 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
Seven-day weather risk overview
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