Active AlertsJohnson, MS

Flood Warning

Issued at Sun 8:42 AM Jan. 11
Issued by: National Weather Service
Description

The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Mississippi Bouie Creek Near Near Hattiesburg affecting Forrest and Covington Counties. Tallahala Creek At Laurel affecting Jones County.
What: Minor flooding is forecast.
Where: Tallahala Creek at Laurel.
When: Until Friday morning.
Impacts: At 13.0 feet, Agricultural and lowland flooding is becoming more widespread along and near the creek.
Additional Details: - At 6:00 AM CST Sunday the stage was 11.4 feet. - ForecastThe river is expected to rise to a crest of 13.0 feet early Thursday afternoon. - Flood stage is 13.0 feet.

Recommended Action

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 this evening at 845 PM CST.

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