GEORGE, MS; Greene, MS; Perry, MS — ...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Mississippi...
Leaf Near McLain affecting Perry, George and Greene Counties.
For the Leaf River...including McLain, New Augusta...Moderate flooding is forecast.
* WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is forecast.
* WHERE...Leaf near McLain.
* WHEN...Until further notice.
* IMPACTS...At 25.0 feet, Residences in West McClain begin to flood.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1:15 PM CDT Thursday the stage was 19.8 feet
Flooding in George, MS; Greene, MS; Perry, MS 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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