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Flood Warning
Flood Warning
The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Kansa
S: Wildcat Creek at Manhattan Scenic Drive affecting Riley County.
What: Minor flooding is forecast.
Where: Wildcat Creek at Manhattan Scenic Drive.
When: Until late tomorrow evening.
Impacts: At 14.0 feet, Flood waters reach Poliska Lane, just north of Fort Riley Boulevard. At 16.0 feet, Flood waters begin to reach North 1200 Road, commonly known as Wildcat Creek Road, just upstream of the Scenic Drive bridge. At 17.0 feet, The low spot in Anneberg Circle is flooded with water very close to the golf course clubhouse.
Additional Details: - At 9:15 PM CDT Thursday the stage was 10.3 feet. - ForecastThe river is expected to rise above flood stage late this evening to a crest of 16.8 feet just after midnight tonight. It will then fall below flood stage late tomorrow morning. - Flood stage is 14.0 feet.
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars through flooded areas. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. This product along with additional weather and stream information is available at www.weather.gov/top/.