Ottawa County, OK
Alerts
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In effect from Sunday 04/19 8:40 AM CDT – Tuesday 04/21 1:10 PM CDT
Issued by NWS Tulsa OK
The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Oklahoma
Neosho River near Commerce affecting Ottawa County.
What
Minor flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is forecast.
Where
Neosho River near Commerce.
When
Until early Tuesday afternoon.
Impacts
At 18.0 feet, moderate agricultural flooding occurs with Riverview Park experiencing minor to moderate flooding. Low lying places around Miami may be cut off from easy access.
Additional Details
- At 8:30 AM CDT Sunday the stage was 17.4 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 18.0 feet just after midnight tonight. It will then fall below flood stage Tuesday morning. - Flood stage is 15.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Areas impacted
- Ottawa, OK
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
Thunderstorm Chances
Created by the NWS Tulsa WFO
Thunderstorm chances this week focus primarily at late week. Monitor updated forecasts especially if planning outdoor activities.
Seven-day weather risk overview
Daily weather risk summary
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