Florence County, WI

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In effect from Sunday 04/19 10:47 AM CDT – Monday 04/20 2:00 AM CDT

Issued by NWS Green Bay WI

The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Wisconsin

Pine River near Florence affecting Florence County.

What

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

Where

Pine River near Florence.

When

Until further notice.

Impacts

At 7.0 feet, A recreational area and parking lot near the gauge begins to flood.

Additional Details

- At 10:00 AM CDT Sunday the stage was 7.4 feet. - Bankfull stage is 6.0 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 10:00 AM CDT Sunday was 7.5 feet. - Forecast...No forecast is available for this location. - Flood stage is 7.0 feet. - 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.
The next statement will be issued late tonight by 200 AM CDT.

Areas impacted

  • Florence, WI

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 10:47 AM CDT – Monday 04/20 2:00 AM CDT

Issued by NWS Green Bay WI

...Observed flooding changed from Minor to Moderate severity for the following rivers in Michigan...Wisconsin...

Brule River near Commonwealth affecting Dickinson, Iron, Forest and Florence Counties.

What

Moderate flooding is occurring.

Where

Brule River near Commonwealth.

When

Until further notice.

Impacts

At 13.5 feet, Floodwaters approach seasonal homes northeast of Florence.

Additional Details

- At 10:30 AM CDT Sunday the stage was 14.2 feet. - Bankfull stage is 10.0 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 10:30 AM CDT Sunday was 14.2 feet. - Forecast...No forecast is available for this location. - Flood stage is 12.0 feet. - 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.
The next statement will be issued late tonight by 200 AM CDT.

Areas impacted

  • Dickinson, MI
  • Iron, MI
  • Florence, WI
  • Forest, WI

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 11:15 AM CDT – Friday 04/24 7:00 PM CDT

Issued by NWS Green Bay WI

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Michigan...Wisconsin...

Menominee River near Niagara affecting Dickinson, Menominee, Marinette and Florence Counties.

Menominee River near Vulcan affecting Dickinson, Menominee and Marinette Counties.

Menominee River near McAllister affecting Menominee and Marinette Counties.

For the Menominee River...including Vulcan, Niagara, McAllister... Moderate flooding is forecast.

What

Minor flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is forecast.

Where

Menominee River near Niagara.

When

Until Friday evening.

Impacts

At 15.0 feet, Floodwaters reach the Aurora Fire Protection station.

Additional Details

- At 10:00 AM CDT Sunday the stage was 14.4 feet. - Bankfull stage is 10.0 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 10:00 AM CDT Sunday was 14.4 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 15.0 feet early tomorrow afternoon. It will then fall below flood stage early Friday morning. - Flood stage is 13.0 feet. - 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.
The next statement will be issued late tonight by 215 AM CDT.

Areas impacted

  • Dickinson, MI
  • Menominee, MI
  • Florence, WI
  • Marinette, WI

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 11:27 AM CDT – Sunday 04/26 1:00 PM CDT

Issued by NWS Green Bay WI

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Michigan...Wisconsin...

Menominee River near Florence affecting Dickinson, Iron and Florence Counties.

Menominee River near Menominee River at White Rapids Dam affecting Menominee and Marinette Counties.

Menominee River near Koss affecting Menominee and Marinette Counties.

For the Menominee River...including Florence, Menominee River at White Rapids Dam, Koss...Minor flooding is forecast.

What

Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.

Where

Menominee River near Florence.

When

Until Sunday afternoon.

Impacts

At 10.0 feet, Floodwaters reach a few homes and cottages along Runbers Road.

Additional Details

- At 11:00 AM CDT Sunday the stage was 10.6 feet. - Bankfull stage is 8.5 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 11:00 AM CDT Sunday was 10.6 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 10.9 feet just after midnight tonight. It will then fall below flood stage Sunday, April 26. - Flood stage is 9.0 feet. - 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.
The next statement will be issued late tonight by 230 AM CDT.

Areas impacted

  • Dickinson, MI
  • Iron, MI
  • Florence, WI

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

5-Day Outlook

Created by the NWS Green Bay WFO

4/19/2026 Scattered snow flurries are possible this morning across central and east-central WI with a dusting of snow possible on grassy surfaces, but no impacts to travel are expected. Temperatures will remain cool into before trending warmer into the middle of next week. Next chance for showers and thunderstorms is Thursday evening into Friday.

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