Crawford County, WI

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In effect from Saturday 09/19 9:34 AM CDT – Wednesday 09/23 2:00 PM CDT

Issued by NWS La Crosse WI

The National Weather Service in La Crosse has issued a Flood Warning for the following rivers in Wisconsin

Kickapoo River at Gays Mills affecting Crawford County.

Kickapoo River at Steuben affecting Crawford County.

Kickapoo River at Readstown affecting Vernon County.

Additional river and weather information is available at www.weather.gov/lacrosse.

The next statement will be issued late tonight by 1245 AM CDT.

What

Minor flooding is forecast.

Where

Kickapoo River at Gays Mills.

When

From this morning to Wednesday afternoon.

Impacts

At 13.0 feet, Water begins to cover roads near the river, including Sand Hill Road near Bell Center. Minor flooding occurs in areas adjacent to the river, including Robb Park in Gays Mills.

Additional Details

- At 8:00 AM CDT Saturday the stage was 12.8 feet. - Bankfull stage is 13.0 feet. - Forecast...The river will rise above flood stage late this morning to 13.7 feet this afternoon and remain near this level through early Tuesday afternoon. It will then fall below flood stage early Wednesday morning. - Flood stage is 13.0 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 13.7 feet on 08/11/1980. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood


Areas Impacted

  • Crawford, 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 09/20 5:00 AM CDT – Thursday 09/24 3:00 AM CDT

Issued by NWS La Crosse WI

The National Weather Service in La Crosse has issued a Flood Warning for the following rivers in Wisconsin

Kickapoo River at Gays Mills affecting Crawford County.

Kickapoo River at Steuben affecting Crawford County.

Kickapoo River at Readstown affecting Vernon County.

Additional river and weather information is available at www.weather.gov/lacrosse.

The next statement will be issued late tonight by 1245 AM CDT.

What

Minor flooding is forecast.

Where

Kickapoo River at Steuben.

When

From late tonight to late Wednesday night.

Impacts

At 12.5 feet, Water reaches the bottom support beams of the bridge.

Additional Details

- At 8:45 AM CDT Saturday the stage was 8.9 feet. - Bankfull stage is 10.0 feet. - Forecast...The river will rise above flood stage late tonight to 12.3 feet early Monday morning. It will then oscillate around flood stage through Wednesday morning before falling below flood stage Wednesday afternoon. - Flood stage is 12.0 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 12.3 feet on 07/02/1998. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood


Areas Impacted

  • Crawford, 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 Saturday 09/19 12:10 PM CDT – Saturday 09/19 7:00 PM CDT

Issued by NWS La Crosse WI

Much of the watch area has seen 2 to upwards of 7 inches of rain over the last 24 hours. As this water continues to route through the system, additional rises on rivers and flooding of roadways, parks, and low elevation areas is likely over the next 6 to 12 hours. Additional rainfall amounts up to 2 inches if possible through this evening.

What

Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible.

Where

Portions of northeast Iowa, including the following counties, Clayton and Fayette and southwest Wisconsin, including the following counties, Crawford, Grant and Richland.

When

Until 7 PM CDT this evening.

Impacts

Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Area creeks and streams are running high and could flood with more heavy rain.

Additional Details

- Widespread rain will continue through today with additional rainfall amounts of up to 2 inches possible. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

What to Do

You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.


Areas Impacted

  • Fayette
  • Clayton
  • Crawford
  • Richland
  • Grant

Tips to Stay Safe

A Flood Watch means the area may experience a dangerous flooding event, and being prepared may save lives and property. 

  • Be aware of low-lying areas along your travel routes that are most likely to flood. 
  • Check your home’s emergency supplies, and make sure all members of the household know your emergency plan
  • Stay tuned for local weather updates on the situation as it develops.

If a Flood Warning is issued, it means that dangerous flooding is expected or already happening. 

  • 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 your home is likely to flood, or if authorities tell you to evacuate, do so immediately and move to higher ground. 

In effect from Monday 09/21 7:00 AM CDT – Monday 09/21 7:00 PM CDT

Issued by NWS La Crosse WI

The National Weather Service in La Crosse has issued a Flood Watch for the following rivers in Wisconsin

Kickapoo River at Soldiers Grove affecting Crawford County.

Additional river and weather information is available at www.weather.gov/lacrosse.

The next statement will be issued late tonight by 1245 AM CDT.

What

Flooding is possible.

Where

Kickapoo River at Soldiers Grove.

When

From Monday morning to Monday evening.

Additional Details

- At 8:43 AM CDT Saturday the stage was 7.3 feet. - Forecast...Flood stage may be reached Monday morning. - Flood stage is 13.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood


Areas Impacted

  • Crawford

Tips to Stay Safe

A Flood Watch means the area may experience a dangerous flooding event, and being prepared may save lives and property. 

  • Be aware of low-lying areas along your travel routes that are most likely to flood. 
  • Check your home’s emergency supplies, and make sure all members of the household know your emergency plan
  • Stay tuned for local weather updates on the situation as it develops.

If a Flood Warning is issued, it means that dangerous flooding is expected or already happening. 

  • 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 your home is likely to flood, or if authorities tell you to evacuate, do so immediately and move to higher ground. 

Briefings

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From the Forecaster

Heavy Rain Potential this Afternoon & Evening

Created by the NWS La Crosse WFO

Additional rounds of moderate to heavy rainfall occur this afternoon into tonight. While widespread heavy rain is expected towards east-central Iowa and far southern Wisconsin, confidence in the extent and impacts of the rain begins to decrease as one travels further north and west. However, there have been some trends in the forecast that would support renewed thunderstorm development as far north as I-90 later this afternoon, which is farther north that earlier forecast. Rainfall amounts with these northern storms could still easily reach 2-3 inches, but these higher rainfall totals will be more scattered in nature. Bottom line, much of the area is saturated and additional rainfall, even a small amount, can lead to renewed flooding concerns. Stay weather aware this afternoon into tonight!

A weather forecast graphic showing a level 2 out of 4 risk for excessive rainfall across portions southwest Wisconsin and northeast Iowa this afternoon and evening. The risk level drops off to the north and west owing to lesser confidence on where any heavy rain will occur.

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