Saline County, NE
Alerts
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In effect from Saturday 06/06 3:09 AM CDT – Saturday 06/06 12:00 PM CDT
Issued by NWS Omaha/Valley NE
What
Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
Where
Northwestern Gage County in southeastern Nebraska... Northern Jefferson County in southeastern Nebraska... Saline County in southeastern Nebraska... Southern Seward County in southeastern Nebraska...
When
Until noon CDT Saturday.
Impacts
Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Streams continue to rise due to excess runoff from earlier rainfall.
Additional Details
- At 309 AM CDT, Doppler radar and automated rain gauges indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Flooding is already occurring in the warned area. Between 4 and 7 inches of rain have fallen. - Additional rainfall amounts up to 0.5 inches are possible in the warned area. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Crete, Milford, Wilber, Friend, Dorchester, De Witt, Plymouth, Beaver Crossing, Western, Clatonia, Daykin, Goehner, Cordova, Tobias, Swanton, The Highway 41 and 15 South Junction, Swan Creek Wildlife Management Area, Swan Creek Reservoir Number 2, Willard Meyer Recreation Area and Blue River State Recreation Area. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
What to Do
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding.
Areas Impacted
- Gage, NE
- Jefferson, NE
- Saline, NE
- Seward, NE
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 Saturday 06/06 7:00 PM CDT – Sunday 06/07 1:00 AM CDT
Issued by NWS Omaha/Valley NE
The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Nebraska
Turkey Creek near De Witt affecting Gage and Saline Counties.
.A significant amount of rain has fallen upstream of De Witt, specifically in areas of Swan Creek and Turkey Creek. There is some uncertainty in the potential rise as this water moves toward De Witt.
What
Minor flooding is forecast.
Where
Turkey Creek near De Witt.
When
From this evening to late tonight.
Impacts
At 25.0 feet, Water begins to overtop Blueridge Drive and likely many county roads along the river.
Additional Details
- At 7:45 AM CDT Saturday the stage was 19.9 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 23.5 feet this evening. - Flood stage is 23.5 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 23.7 feet on 05/10/2016. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
What to Do
Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars through flooded areas.
Even six inches of fast-moving flood water can knock you off your feet and a depth of two feet will float your car. Never try to walk, swim, or drive through such swift water. If you come upon flood waters, stop, turn around and don't drown.
Additional information is available at water.noaa.gov.
The next statement will be issued this evening at 830 PM CDT.
Areas Impacted
- Gage, NE
- Saline, NE
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
Key Messages
Created by the NWS Omaha/Valley WFO
<b>Key forecast messages through the next 7 days for eastern Nebraska and western Iowa. For more forecast information:</b><br><p>🏡 <a href="https://www.weather.gov/omaha" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">NWS Omaha/Valley, Nebraska Homepage</a> - Get a forecast for any location.</p><p>📃 <a href="https://www.weather.gov/media/oax/DssPacket.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Hazardous Weather Briefing (DSS Packet)</a></p>
Seven-day Weather Risk Overview
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