Active AlertsPearl River

The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Mississippi East Hobolochitto Creek Near Caesar affecting Pearl River County. For the East Hobolochitto Creekincluding CaesarModerate flooding is forecast.
What: Moderate flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is forecast.
Where: East Hobolochitto Creek near Caesar.
When: Until early Monday afternoon.
Impacts: At 17.0 feet, Moderate flooding in areas near the stream in Picayune. Water will be in garages of several homes between MS Highway 43 and Beech Street bridge. Northwood Drive will be impassable with some homes flooded.
Additional Details: - At 8:45 AM CDT Saturday the stage was 18.1 feet. - Bankfull stage is 10.0 feet. - ForecastThe river is expected to rise to a crest of 18.5 feet this evening. It will then fall below flood stage Monday morning. - Flood stage is 15.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks. Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars through flooded areas. 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 130 AM CDT.