Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued June 29 at 12:16PM EDT until June 29 at 2:15PM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
June 29, 2026 - 9:16am
Expires:
June 29, 2026 - 11:15am
Description:
FFWAPX
The National Weather Service in Gaylord has issued a
* Flash Flood Warning for...
East Central Leelanau County in northern Michigan...
* Until 215 PM EDT.
* At 1216 PM EDT, the public reported thunderstorms producing heavy
rain across the warned area. Between 3 and 5 inches of rain have
fallen. Flooding impacts will continue, but no additional rainfall
is expected. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin
shortly.
HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
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...
Grand Traverse Light, Northport, Omena and Leelanau State Park.
Instruction:
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
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.
Flooding is occurring or is imminent. It is important to know where
you are relative to streams, rivers, or creeks which can become
killers in heavy rains. Campers and hikers should avoid streams or
creeks.
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:
Leelanau, MI
Forcast Office:
NWS Gaylord MI
Sender: