Active AlertsPettisville, OH

Flood Warning

Issued at Wed 11:08 AM Apr. 15
Issued by: National Weather Service
Description

The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Ohio Tiffin River at Stryker affecting Fulton OH, Defiance and Williams Counties.
: The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Indiana North Branch Elkhart River at Cosperville affecting Noble County. For the Tiffin Riverincluding StrykerMinor flooding is forecast. For the Elkhart Riverincluding Goshen, CospervilleMinor flooding is forecast.
What: Minor flooding is forecast.
Where: Tiffin River at Stryker.
When: From late tonight until further notice.
Impacts: At 15.0 feet, Several rural buildings flood and flooding begins to affect residents in the village of Stryker. Many roads become impassible.
Additional Details: - At 10:00 AM EDT Wednesday the stage was 6.3 feet. - ForecastThe river is expected to rise above flood stage late tonight and continue rising to a crest of 14.8 feet Sunday morning. - Flood stage is 11.0 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. Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks. Detailed river forecasts and additional information can be found at www.weather.gov/iwx under Rivers and Lakes. The next statement will be issued late tonight at 515 AM EDT.

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