The National Weather Service in Little Rock has extended the Flood Warning for the Black River at Black Rock, impacting Lawrence, Independence, and Jackson Counties. Minor flooding is currently occurring, with additional flooding forecast over the next few days.
Current Conditions and Forecast
At 9:00 AM CST Saturday, the river stage was recorded at 16.6 feet, above the flood stage of 14.0 feet. Minor flooding is expected to continue, with the river forecasted to fall below flood stage late Tuesday evening. By Thursday morning, levels are expected to recede to approximately 12.1 feet.
Impacts of Flooding
When the river reaches 17.0 feet, low-lying agricultural land and pastures in Lawrence, Jackson, and Independence Counties experience flooding. Residents and farmers in these areas should take necessary precautions to protect property and livestock from rising waters.
Safety and Preparedness
Motorists are strongly urged not to drive around barricades or through flooded roadways, as these actions can be life-threatening. Stay informed by monitoring updates from the National Weather Service, and avoid traveling through areas where flooding is occurring.
Additional Information
River forecasts are based on current conditions and predicted rainfall over the next 24 hours. Updates will be issued if significant changes occur due to unexpected rainfall. For the latest river stage data and forecast details, visit the National Weather Service’s Advanced Hydrologic Prediction Service (AHPS) website at www.weather.gov/lzk under the “Rivers and Lakes AHPS” section.
The next official update will be released Sunday morning at 9:45 AM CST.
