Headline:
Flood Advisory issued September 5 at 8:22AM CDT until September 5 at 12:15PM CDT by NWS Omaha/Valley NE
Event:
Flood Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 5, 2026 - 6:22am
Expires:
September 5, 2026 - 10:15am
Description:
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
* WHERE...Northwestern Knox County in northeastern Nebraska...
* WHEN...Until 1215 PM CDT.
* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 822 AM CDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to
thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin
shortly in the advisory area. Between 1 and 3 inches of rain have
fallen.
- Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are expected over
the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Niobrara and Niobrara State Park.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instruction:
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Flooding is occurring or is imminent. It is important to know where
you are relative to streams, rivers, or creeks which can become
killers in heavy rains. Campers and hikers should avoid streams or
creeks.
Area Description:
Knox, NE
Forcast Office:
NWS Omaha/Valley NE
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov