GOVE, KS; Sheridan, KS; Thomas, KS — Rainfall accumulations Saturday night totaled up to and estimated 7.5 inches in the warned area.
* WHAT...Small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is occurring.
* WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Kansas, including the following counties, in northwest Kansas, Sheridan and Thomas. In west central Kansas, Gove.
* WHEN...Until 730 AM CDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Low-wat
Flooding in Gove, KS; Sheridan, KS; Thomas, 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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