Active AlertsFlorence, WI

Observed flooding changed from Minor to Moderate severity for the following rivers in Wisconsin Pine River near Florence affecting Florence County.
What: Moderate flooding is occurring. This approaches the flood of record.
Where: Pine River near Florence.
When: Until further notice.
Impacts: At 9.0 feet, Several feet of water is covering a recreational area and parking lot.
Additional Details: - At 3:00 PM CDT Sunday the stage was 9.0 feet. - Bankfull stage is 6.0 feet. - Recent ActivityThe maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 3:00 PM CDT Sunday was 9.0 feet. - ForecastNo forecast is available for this location. - Flood stage is 7.0 feet. - Flood HistoryThis crest compares to a previous crest of 9.0 feet on 01/01/1999. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

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. The next statement will be issued Monday morning by 645 AM CDT.