Flood Warning

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Indiana...

Flatrock River at Saint Paul.

Big Blue River at Carthage.

Flatrock River near Columbus.

Clifty Creek at Hartsville.

East Fork White River at Seymour.

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

Big Blue River at Shelbyville.

East Fork White River at Columbus.

Driftwood River near Edinburgh.

.Major river flooding is expected. Heavy rainfall of three to eight or more inches have fallen bringing major flooding to area waterways, including the Big Blue River at Shelbyville. Other areas such as the Driftwood near Edinburgh and the Flatrock River at Columbus should expect moderate river flooding as well. At the current time, further downstream locations on the East Fork White can expect minor lowland flooding, but may approach moderate levels.

* WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.

* WHERE...East Fork White River at Seymour.

* WHEN...Until further notice.

* IMPACTS...At 17.0 feet, Flooding becomes more extensive. Although this level is fairly frequent, many local and state roads flood. Seymour gravel pit begins to flood. Livestock and equipment must be relocated to higher ground. High water surrounds river residences near Rockford. CR 760 E south of river gaging station is impassable.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 4:45 AM EDT Thursday the stage was 12.9 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 4:45 AM EDT Thursday was 12.9 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 16.9 feet early Saturday afternoon. - Flood stage is 12.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood