Forest County, WI
Alerts
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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
...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.
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.
Seven-day weather risk overview
Daily weather risk summary
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