Flood stages have already been breached
Flood warnings continue for the Mississippi and Arkansas Rivers, with snowmelt expected to contribute to the heavy rainfall seen over the past month. The National Weather Service , advised that flood warnings would continue for South Carolina, Virginia, Colorado and Kansas until Thursday morning.
The Arkansas River at Canon City, Colorado, is forecast to get minor flooding by Friday afternoon, with the current stage at 9.4 feet, and the flood stage at 10 feet. Water levels will rise above flood stage to near 10.2 feet by early Saturday afternoon, with minor overbank flow occurring for low-lying areas along the river.
In Illinois, flood warnings continue for the Illinois River at La Grange Lock and Dam, Meredosia, Valley City and Hardin, based on precipitation projections for the next 24 hours. Missouri is also on alert for floods at Grand River near Brunswick, Missouri River at Glasgow. The Missouri River itself at St Joseph, Atchison, Leavenworth, Parkville, Sibley, Napoleon, Waverly, Miami and Boonville will affect surrounding counties.
NWS advises all residents affected by these flood warnings to not drive or walk through roadways covered in water, as it may be deeper than it appears. Residents should also check in with their local police departments, sheriffs or emergency management departments for updated information on evacuation or other precautionary measures.
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