Active AlertsHenderson City, KY
Flood Warning
Flood Warning
The Flood Warning is extended for the following river in IndianaKentuckyIllinoi
S: Ohio River at Newburgh Dam and Shawneetown. .Recent and expected heavy rains are projected to raise water levels into flood by next week on the Ohio River at Newburgh Dam and Shawneetown. Both locations are projected to crest in minor flood later in the week. For the Ohio Riverincluding Newburgh Dam, ShawneetownMinor flooding is forecast.
What: Minor flooding is forecast.
Where: Ohio River at Newburgh Dam.
When: From Sunday morning to Saturday, March 14.
Additional Details: - At 11:00 AM CST Friday the stage was 29.9 feet. - ForecastThe river is expected to rise above flood stage late Sunday morning to a crest of 39.9 feet early Wednesday afternoon. It will then fall below flood stage Friday, March 13. - Flood stage is 38.0 feet.
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.