Here is the latest update from the National Weather Service regarding the heavy rain event that will begin this evening and continue through Saturday.
The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Warning from Sunday, January 12 lasting until January 15 for the Yellow River in Plymouth. They have also issued a Flood Warning for the Tippecanoe River at Ora, which may affect Tippecanoe Township in Marshall County from Sunday, January 12 until further notice. Currently, between 3-5 inches of rain is expected.
The chance for freezing rain for Saturday has been removed at this time.
The Yellow River is currently at 5.18 feet and is forecast to reach 15 feet by 2pm on Monday, January 13. Flood stage is 13 feet. At 14 feet the small trailer park near the Jefferson Street bridge begins to flood. At 15 feet commercial property along LaPorte Street and Garro Street begin to flood.
The Tippecanoe River at Ora is currently at 7.69 feet and is forecast to reach 13.7 feet by 2pm on Monday, January 13, 2020. Flood stage is 12 feet.
FLOODING WILL OCCUR. Significant flooding of low lying areas, streams, creeks, ditches and retention ponds will happen with this rain event. Major river flooding is also likely. Flooding and or ponding on road surfaces with the potential for some roads to flood over may make for hazardous travelling conditions for the general public and may impede response from emergency responders.
PEOPLE LIVING IN AREAS THAT ARE PRONE TO FLOODING SHOULD TAKE ACTION NOW. Move vulnerable property to higher ground, closely monitor the forecast and be prepared to implement their emergency plan. Never drive around road closed due to high water signs. Never drive through high water. Turn around and find a safer route.
Marshall County will continue to evaluate the situation as it develops and may implement a travel advisory if appropriate for the safety of the public.
