Flood Warning Issued for St. Francis River Near Patterson in Wayne County, Missouri

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Paducah, KY, has issued a Flood Warning for the St. Francis River near Patterson. This alert is classified as a severe weather event with likely certainty, issued on the morning of March 5.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically impacts Wayne County, Missouri, focusing on the areas surrounding the St. Francis River near Patterson.

What You Should Do

Local authorities and the NWS advise residents to “Turn around, don’t drown” when encountering flooded roads, noting that most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars through flooded areas. Residents are encouraged to avoid the area if possible.

Expected Conditions

Minor flooding is forecast for the region. As of 9:00 AM CST on Thursday, the river stage was measured at 12.8 feet. The river is expected to rise above the flood stage of 16.0 feet late this morning. Current projections indicate a crest of 24.5 feet just after midnight tonight.

Timeline

The Flood Warning is effective immediately and will remain in place until 10:39 PM CST on Friday, March 6. The river is expected to rise above flood stage late Thursday morning and is forecast to fall back below flood stage by Friday afternoon.