LA CROSSE, WI; Monroe, WI — River flooding on La Crosse River and tributaries caused by excessive rainfall is occurring.
* WHAT...Stream flooding on La Crosse River and tributaries caused by excessive rainfall is ongoing.
* WHERE...Southeastern La Crosse County in west central Wisconsin... West Central Monroe County in west central Wisconsin...
* WHEN...Until 1115 PM CDT Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Streams continue
Flooding in La Crosse, WI; Monroe, WI 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.
Verified by Alert USA • NWS