RENSSELAER, NY; Washington, NY — * WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast.
* WHERE...Hoosic River at Eagle Bridge.
* WHEN...From late tonight to tomorrow morning.
* IMPACTS...At 11.0 feet, Flood stage. Water on County Route 103 between Route 67 and the covered bridge.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 10:30 PM EDT Wednesday the stage was 10.6 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 11.0 feet just after midnight tonight. - Flood stage is 11.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flooding in Rensselaer, NY; Washington, NY 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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