Flood Warning

...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Louisiana...

Tickfaw River Near Montpelier affecting St. Helena Parish.

.The river forecast includes 48 hours of forecasted rainfall. These river forecasts could change based on how Tropical Storm Arthur or its remnants tracks across Louisiana and Mississippi late tonight and Thursday. Interests along the rivers should monitor the forecast closely and be prepared for significant flooding.

For the Tickfaw River...including Montpelier...Minor flooding is forecast.

* WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast.

* WHERE...Tickfaw River near Montpelier.

* WHEN...From this evening to Monday morning.

* IMPACTS...At 13.0 feet, The low banks will overflow threatening commercial interests near the river with flooding.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 10:30 PM CDT Wednesday the stage was 13.0 feet. - Bankfull stage is 12.0 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 14.0 feet Friday morning. It will then fall below flood stage early Monday morning. - Flood stage is 13.0 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 14.1 feet on 08/25/2022. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood