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The National Weather Service in New Orleans LA has issued a Flood Warning for the following rivers in Mississippi Pascagoula River At Graham Ferry affecting Jackson County. For the Pascagoula Riverincluding Graham FerryMinor flooding is forecast.
What: Minor flooding is forecast.
Where: Pascagoula River at Graham Ferry.
When: From Saturday evening to early Monday morning.
Impacts: At 16.0 feet, River property at Cumbest Bluff will be cut off by high water and some river roads will be impassable.
Additional Details: - At 11:45 AM CDT Thursday the stage was 15.5 feet. - Bankfull stage is 15.0 feet. - ForecastThe river is expected to rise to a crest of 16.0 feet Saturday evening. It will then fall below flood stage Sunday evening. - Flood stage is 16.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov/lix. Click on the Rivers and Lakes menu for forecasts and observations. The next statement will be issued late tonight at 430 AM CDT.

What: Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
Where: A portion of southern Mississippi, including the following county, Jackson.
When: Until 615 PM CDT.
Impacts: Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. River or stream flows are elevated.
Additional Details: - At 312 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. Between 3 and 5 inches of rain have fallen. - Additional rainfall amounts up to 1 inch are expected over the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding. - Some locations that will experience flooding include Pascagoula, Moss Point, Escatawpa, Big Point, Helena, Wade, Hurley and Vancleave. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads. Please report observed flooding to local emergency services or law enforcement and request they pass this information to the National Weather Service when you can do so safely.