Active AlertsCarto, MS

The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Mississippi Bogue Chitto River Near Tylertown affecting Pike and Walthall Counties. For the Bogue Chitto Riverincluding Tylertown, Franklinton, BushModerate flooding is forecast.
What: Moderate flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is forecast.
Where: Bogue Chitto River near Tylertown.
When: Until tomorrow afternoon.
Impacts: At 17.0 feet, Travel in Hidden Springs Resort is possible but hazardous, as roads will be flooded. Evacuation of the park is recommended, when further rises are expected. Low-lying farm and pasture land near the river will remain flooded.
Additional Details: - At 6:45 PM CST Sunday the stage was 17.5 feet. - Bankfull stage is 15.0 feet. - ForecastThe river is expected to fall below flood stage late tomorrow morning and continue falling to 7.4 feet Friday evening. - Flood stage is 15.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars through flooded areas. Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks. Even 6 inches of fast-moving flood water can knock you off your feet and a depth of 2 feet will float your car. Never try to walk, swim, or drive through such swift water. If you come upon flood waters, stop, turn around and go another way. 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 Monday morning at 1145 AM CST.