Active AlertsMountain, WI

Flood Watch

Issued at Mon 8:41 AM Apr. 13

Issued by: National Weather Service

Recommended Action

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.

Full details

Flood Warning

Issued at Mon 10:56 AM Apr. 13

Issued by: National Weather Service

Description

The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Wisconsin Oconto River above Oconto affecting Oconto County. For the Oconto Riverincluding Gillett, OcontoMinor flooding is forecast.
What: Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
Where: Oconto River above Oconto.
When: Until Monday evening.
Impacts: At 11.0 feet, Up to 2 feet of water is covering a campground in Oconto. Flood waters begin to reach city streets adjacent to the river.
Additional Details: - At 10:00 AM CDT Monday the stage was 9.4 feet. - Bankfull stage is 7.0 feet. - Recent ActivityThe maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 10:00 AM CDT Monday was 9.8 feet. - ForecastThe river is expected to rise to a crest of 10.8 feet early Thursday afternoon. It will then fall below flood stage Monday, April 20. - Flood stage is 9.0 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. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov. The next statement will be issued late tonight by 200 AM CDT.

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