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Flood Warning
ActiveLake, IL; Kenosha, WI
Status
In Progress
Started about 1 hour ago
Ends
Issued
Severity
Severe
Urgency
Immediate
Certainty
Observed
Details
...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Wisconsin...Illinois...
Fox River Lower Near New Munster affecting Lake and Kenosha Counties.
* WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
* WHERE...Fox River Lower near New Munster.
* WHEN...Until this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...At 11.0 feet, Floodwaters begin to affect 77th St. in the Town of Wheatland. Floodwaters are near some homes along Riverside Dr, Shorewood Dr, and Highway W in the Village of Salem Lakes and Town of Wheatland areas. Fox River Park boat launch starts to flood.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 9:00 AM CDT Friday the stage was 11.1 feet. - Bankfull stage is 10.0 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 9:00 AM CDT Friday was 11.7 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to fall below flood stage this afternoon and continue falling to 8.3 feet Friday, October 02. - Flood stage is 11.0 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 11.3 feet on 03/30/2020. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instructions
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.
Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.
The next statement will be issued this afternoon at 400 PM CDT.
Data from the National Weather Service
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