Active AlertsCantonment, FL

Flood Watch

Issued at Thu 6:37 PM Jun. 18
Issued by: National Weather Service
Recommended Action
You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.
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Flood Warning

Issued at Fri 2:09 AM Jun. 19
Issued by: National Weather Service
Description

The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in AlabamaFlorida Perdido River Near Barrineau Park affecting Baldwin and Escambia Counties. For the Perdido Riverincluding Barrineau ParkMinor flooding is forecast.
What: Minor flooding is forecast.
Where: Perdido River near Barrineau Park.
When: From early this morning to late Sunday night.
Impacts: At 14.0 feet, Water begins to flood bridge roadway and Florida side of bridge.
Additional Details: - At 1:00 AM CDT Friday the stage was 11.0 feet. - ForecastThe river is expected to rise above flood stage early this morning to a crest of 15.7 feet just after midnight tonight. It will then fall below flood stage late Sunday evening. - Flood stage is 13.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Recommended Action

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. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov/mob. Click on the Rivers and Lakes menu for forecasts and observations. The next statement will be issued when updates occur.

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