Flood Warning Issued for Roubidoux Creek Near Waynesville in Pulaski County
A Flood Warning is in effect for Pulaski County until midnight as Roubidoux Creek reaches flood stage, with a forecast crest of 7.6 feet this evening.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Springfield, MO, has issued a Flood Warning for Roubidoux Creek near Waynesville. The alert is effective from Thursday afternoon, March 5, through 12:00 AM CST on Friday, March 6.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically impacts Pulaski County in Missouri, focusing on the Roubidoux Creek area near the city of Waynesville.
What You Should Do
Residents and motorists are advised to “Turn around, don’t drown” when encountering flooded roads. Most flood-related deaths occur in vehicles. Officials recommend avoiding the area and monitoring local weather updates.
Expected Conditions
Minor flooding is forecast for the region. As of 1:30 PM CST on Thursday, the water stage was recorded at 7.0 feet, which is the established bankfull and flood stage. The creek is expected to rise to a crest of 7.6 feet this evening. While the forecast crest is 7.6 feet, the NWS notes that at 8.0 feet, low-lying sections of Spring Road south of Business 66 in Waynesville typically experience flooding.
Timeline
The Flood Warning remains in effect until just after midnight tonight. The river is expected to fall below flood stage overnight. The next official statement from the National Weather Service is scheduled for release at midnight.
Source: NOAA Official Notice