Active AlertsLawrence

The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Mississippi Pearl River Near Monticello affecting Lawrence County. Pearl River Near Rockport affecting Copiah and Simpson Counties.
What: Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
Where: Pearl River near Monticello.
When: Until late Saturday morning.
Impacts: At 22.0 feet, Water inundates some lowland and agricultural land near the river.
Additional Details: - At 7:15 PM CDT Tuesday the stage was 22.5 feet. - ForecastThe river is expected to rise to a crest of 22.5 feet tomorrow morning. - Flood stage is 22.0 feet.

Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars through flooded areas. Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Additional information is available at www.water.noaa.gov/wfo/jan The next statement will be issued Wednesday morning at 1030 AM CDT.