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The Flood Warning continues or is extended for the following rivers in Indiana Driftwood River near Edinburgh. Flatrock River near Columbus. Big Blue River at Shelbyville. East Fork White River from Seymour to Rivervale. .Minor flooding will continue along the East Fork White River and associated tributaries. The initial crest is near Seymour tonight, with levels holding steady there. The crest should reach Rivervale around Tuesday evening. Additional rainfall of more than an inch in these basins could increase the crests, but lesser rainfall would likely serve only to prolong the high water.
What: Minor flooding is forecast.
Where: East Fork White River near Rivervale.
When: From Tuesday morning to Saturday, August 22.
Impacts: At 22.0 feet, A few local county roads begin to flood and are impassable. These include Buddha Road south of the gage and Lawrenceport Road. All local roads across the East Fork White River are threatened by high water, and some are closed. Flooding of agricultural lands in Lawrence County is in progress.
Additional Details: - At 10:30 PM EDT Saturday the stage was 14.4 feet. - ForecastThe river is expected to rise above flood stage Tuesday morning to a crest of 21.5 feet Wednesday evening. It will then fall below flood stage Saturday, August 22. - Flood stage is 20.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov/ind. The next statement should be issued Sunday afternoon by around 200 PM EDT.