Flood Advisory

...The Flood Advisory continues for the following rivers in Oklahoma...

Illinois River near Tahlequah affecting Cherokee County.

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues.

* WHERE...Illinois River near Tahlequah.

* WHEN...Until tomorrow morning.

* IMPACTS...At 9.0 feet, no flooding occurs but all recreational floating along the Illinois River ceases at and above 9.5 feet. At 11.0 feet, minor flooding occurs from near Hanging Rock downstream towards Tahlequah, and floating the river is too hazardous due to strong turbulence.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 5:30 AM CDT Friday the stage was 9.8 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 10.6 feet this afternoon. - Action stage is 9.0 feet. - Flood stage is 11.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood