Jackson County, AR
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In effect from Saturday 09/19 8:57 AM CDT – Monday 09/21 1:00 AM CDT
Issued by NWS Little Rock AR
The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Arkansas
Cache River Near Patterson affecting Woodruff and Jackson Counties.
For the Cache River...including Patterson...Minor flooding is forecast.
What
Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
Where
Cache River near Patterson.
When
Until Sunday night.
Impacts
At 9.0 feet, Low swampy timberland along the river begins to flood. Flood gates should be closed and equipment moved out of the low grounds along the river and tributaries.
Additional Details
- At 8:15 AM CDT Saturday the stage was 9.0 feet. - Bankfull stage is 9.0 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 8:15 AM CDT Saturday was 9.1 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to fall below flood stage on Sunday and continue falling to 7.4 feet Thursday morning. - Flood stage is 9.0 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 9.1 feet on 07/23/2023. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
What to Do
Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars through flooded areas.
Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks.
Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding.
River forecasts are based on current conditions and rainfall forecasted to occur over the next 24 hours. During periods of flooding...Evening forecasts are reissued with updated rainfall forecasts.
Observed and forecasted stage data plots are available on our Advanced Hydrologic Prediction Service web page at... www.weather.gov/lzk
Under the Current Conditions section...Select River and Lakes AHPS.
The next statement will be issued this evening at 900 PM CDT.
Areas Impacted
- Jackson, AR
- Woodruff, AR
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.
Briefings
From the Forecaster
Forecast Lows Tonight/Highs Sunday Afternoon
Created by the NWS Little Rock WFO
Forecast lows tonight into Sunday morning will be in the mid 60s to mid 70s. Highs on Sunday afternoon will be in the upper 80s to just over 100.
Seven-day Weather Risk Overview
The graphic shows the daily risk summary for 7 days. Daily risk is based on highest risk factor for that day.
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