Active AlertsLynxville, WI

Another round of thunderstorms this afternoon and evening will pose a threat for heavy rain. This could cause additional chances for flash flooding, rises on area creeks and streams, and will likely exacerbate ongoing river flooding across portions of Southwest and Central Wisconsin. Given the saturated soils across much of this area from previous rain events over the past few days, additional rainfall could create hazardous conditions.
What: Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.
Where: Portions of central, southwest, and west central Wisconsin, including the following counties, in central Wisconsin, Adams and Juneau. In southwest Wisconsin, Crawford, Grant, Richland and Vernon. In west central Wisconsin, Monroe.
When: From 4 PM CDT this afternoon through Thursday morning.
Impacts: Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
Additional Details: - An additional .5 to 1.5 inches of rain may fall this afternoon into tonight as heavy rain is expected from thunderstorms. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.

The National Weather Service in La Crosse WI has issued a Flood Watch for the following rivers in Wisconsin Kickapoo River at Steuben affecting Crawford County.
: The Flood Watch is extended for the following rivers in Wisconsin Wisconsin River at Muscoda affecting Iowa, Grant and Richland zones.
: The Flood Watch is replaced by a River Flood Warning for the following rivers in Wisconsin Kickapoo River at Gays Mills affecting Crawford County.
What: Flooding is possible.
Where: Kickapoo River at Steuben.
When: From late Friday night to Monday morning.
Impacts: At 12.0 feet, Water starts to affect business and residences and minor flooding affects lowlands and lower roads.
Additional Details: - At 7:45 PM CDT Wednesday the stage was 11.3 feet. - ForecastFlood stage may be reached early Saturday morning. - Flood stage is 12.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Residents and those with interests near the river should monitor rising water levels and be prepared for possible flood warnings. Additional river and weather information is available at www.weather.gov/lacrosse. The next statement will be issued this evening by 1015 PM CDT.