DECATUR, KS — ...The Flood Advisory continues for the following rivers in Kansas...
Sappa Creek At Oberlin 1sw affecting Decatur County.
For the Sappa Creek...including Norcatur 15ne, Oberlin 1sw... elevated river levels are forecast.
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues.
* WHERE...Sappa Creek at Oberlin 1sw.
* WHEN...From Thursday afternoon to late Sunday evening.
* IMPACTS...At 11.0 feet, Water spreads over agricultural fields and low lying areas with actual water depth in creek at
Flooding in Decatur, KS can cut off roads with little warning, damage homes near low-lying areas, and disrupt power and water service. Even a few inches of moving water can carry away a vehicle.
This report is based on information from NWS, monitored by Alert USA's verified emergency feed.
Alert USA anticipates a high chance of travel disruptions, elevated property risk in low-lying areas, and possible power outages while the event is active.
Recommended steps: avoid flooded roads — turn around, don't drown; move to higher ground if you are in a low-lying area; charge phones and prepare for power loss; check on family and neighbors.
Alert USA is tracking this flood event and will update this report as verified information becomes available.
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