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Flood Warning

Issued at Mon 12:04 AM Apr. 13
Issued by: National Weather Service
Recommended Action
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov. The next statement will be issued this afternoon at 1215 PM EDT.
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Flash Flood Warning

Issued at Sun 9:29 PM Apr. 12
Issued by: National Weather Service
Description

At 929 PM EDT, Dam operators reported high flows are being released through Mio Dam. This may result in flash flooding downstream on the Au Sable River.
Hazard: Flash flooding from a dam high flow release.
Source: Dam operator.
Impact: Flooding of areas along the river immediately downstream of the dam. The nearest downstream town is McKinleylocated about 9.5 miles from the dam. Areas downstream from the Mio Dam along the Au Sable River should be prepared for flooding. Flooding is occurring along the Au Sable River.

Recommended Action

If you are in low lying areas below the Mio Dam you should move to higher ground immediately. Do not attempt to drive across flooded roadways.

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