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weather NWS severe Cherokee, KS; Labette, KS June 16, 2026 at 12:42 AM

Flood Warning

...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Kansas...

Neosho River at Oswego affecting Cherokee and Labette Counties.

* WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.

* WHERE...Neosho River at Oswego.

* WHEN...Until tomorrow evening.

* IMPACTS...At 19.5 feet, Xavier Road leading north from the river gage begins to see water near the road.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 6:25 PM CDT Monday the stage was 18.8 feet and falling. - Forecast...The river is expec

Flooding in Cherokee, KS; Labette, 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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