CADDO, OK — ...The Flood Advisory continues for the following rivers in Oklahoma...
Washita River at Anadarko affecting Caddo County.
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues.
* WHERE...Washita River at Anadarko.
* WHEN...Until Monday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...At 19.0 feet, Minor flooding may damage farm property and block rural roads along the Washita River in eastern Caddo and western Grady counties. Low-lying fields may become isolated by flooding of tributary streams.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 7:30 AM CDT Sunday the stage was 18.8 feet. - Bankfull stage is 19.0 feet. - Forecast...The river is cresting and is expected to fall below action stage early Monday. - Action stage is 17.0 feet. - Flood stage is 19.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flooding in Caddo, OK 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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