Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued September 17 at 1:34AM CDT until September 17 at 3:15AM CDT by NWS Goodland KS
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
September 16, 2024 - 11:34pm
Expires:
September 17, 2024 - 1:15am
Description:
At 134 AM CDT, While additional rainfall is not expected, flooding
associated with heavy rainfall Monday evening persists across the
warning area early this morning.
HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by heavy rain.
SOURCE...Public reported.
IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas,
highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor
drainage and low-lying areas.
Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
mainly rural areas of East Central Gove County
The public reported 4 feet of water over County Road 82 near the
Trego County line at 1030 PM CDT Monday evening.
Instruction:
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the
dangers of flooding.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
In hilly terrain there are hundreds of low water crossings which are
potentially dangerous in heavy rain. Do not attempt to cross flooded
roads. Find an alternate route.
Please report observed flooding to local emergency services or law
enforcement and request they pass this information to the National
Weather Service when you can do so safely.
Area Description:
Gove, KS
Forcast Office:
NWS Goodland KS