Centertown, MO Severe Weather Alertstar_ratehome

...FLOOD WATCH NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH TUESDAY MORNING...

* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be
possible.

* WHERE...Portions of west central Illinois, including the following
area, Adams IL and Missouri, including the following areas, Audrain
MO, Boone MO, Callaway MO, Cole MO, Marion MO, Moniteau MO, Monroe
MO, Osage MO and Ralls MO.

* WHEN...Through Tuesday morning.

* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers,
creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- Additional showers and thunderstorms with locally heavy rainfall
will be possible, which could lead to flash flooding, especially
if they occur over saturated soils.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action
should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.

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...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 10 PM CDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Heat index values up to 108 expected.

* WHERE...Portions of southwest Illinois and central, east central,
and southeast Missouri.

* WHEN...From noon to 10 PM CDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
illnesses.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and
pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any
circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time
outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early
morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion
and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety
and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks
in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat
should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an
emergency! Call 9 1 1.

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...FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THIS AFTERNOON TO LATE
WEDNESDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast.

* WHERE...Osage River near Mari-Osa Campground.

* WHEN...From this afternoon to late Wednesday night.

* IMPACTS...At 22.0 feet, A storage shed across the river from the
gage begins flooding near this height.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 11AM the river level was estimated to be near 18.0 feet.
- Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage late
this afternoon to a crest of 21.4 feet just after midnight
tonight. It will then fall below flood stage late tomorrow
evening.
- Flood stage is 19.0 feet.



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All Times CDT       Fld   Observed  Forecasts (7:00 am)
Location            Stg     Stage   Tue   Wed   Thu   Fri   Sat

Osage River
Mari-Osa Campgroun 19.0    18.0E   21.2  17.7  15.7  13.2  12.0

E=Estimated

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...FLOOD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL WEDNESDAY MORNING...

* WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.

* WHERE...Missouri River at Jefferson City.

* WHEN...Until Wednesday morning.

* IMPACTS...At 24.5 feet, The Katy Trail Floods near Rocheport.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 10:45 AM CDT Monday the stage was 24.3 feet.
- Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending
at 10:45 AM CDT Monday was 24.3 feet.
- Forecast...The river is expected to fall below flood stage late
tonight and continue falling to 14.4 feet Saturday morning.
- Flood stage is 23.0 feet.



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All Times CDT  Fld   Observed  Forecasts (7:00 am)
Location       Stg     Stage   Tue   Wed   Thu   Fri   Sat

Missouri River
Jefferson Cit 23.0    24.3    22.7  20.1  17.6  15.5  14.4



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...FLOOD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL LATE WEDNESDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is
forecast.

* WHERE...Moreau River near Jefferson City.

* WHEN...Until late Wednesday night.

* IMPACTS...At 29.3 feet, Water level reaches the low steel of the
Tanner Bridge.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 10:30 AM CDT Monday the stage was 19.8 feet.
- Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending
at 10:30 AM CDT Monday was 19.8 feet.
- Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 27.9 feet
tomorrow morning. It will then fall below flood stage late
tomorrow evening.
- Flood stage is 17.0 feet.



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All Times CDT  Fld   Observed  Forecasts (7:00 am)
Location       Stg     Stage   Tue   Wed   Thu   Fri   Sat

Moreau River
Jefferson Cit 17.0    19.8    27.9  8.4   4.5   3.3   2.9



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