FLOOD WARNING –
July 11-13, 2024:
National Weather Service has issued a flood warning for the Three Rivers Area.
Flooding is expected to be in the Minor flooding stage with it cresting at 8.1 feet early Saturday afternoon. Rivers are predicted to fall below flood stage early Tuesday afternoon. Flood stage is 7 feet.
Expected impact: At 8.0 feet, minor flooding of apartments near the river along Mechanic Street, the River Glen Condos on east Michigan Ave, and basements of several homes along River Drive can be expected.
Warning is in effect until further notice.
Avoid floodwaters: Don’t walk, swim or drive through floodwater and watch for washed-out roads, downed power lines and other hazards. Do not attempt to drive on closed streets or around barricades.
Available assistance: Any affected residents requiring temporary emergency shelter may contact the American Red Cross at 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767) – 24 hours a day.
Sandbags (without fill) are available at Saint Joseph County Sheriffs Department lobby. Cost is 35 cents each. Fill sand may be obtained through your local excavating company.
Paul Schoon
Fire Chief
City of Three Rivers Fire Department
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Last Updated at 4:35pm on Thursday, July 11
Flood Warning Notice (PDF)
FLOOD WARNING - National Weather Service Northern Indiana 939 AM EDT Thu Jul 11 2024 The National Weather Service in Northern Indiana has issued a Flood Warning for the following rivers in Michigan... For the Saint Joseph River Michigan, including Three Rivers, Minor flooding is forecast... PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS: Turn around, don`t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Detailed river forecasts and additional information can be found at www.weather.gov/iwx under Rivers and Lakes. The next statement will be issued by NOAA late tonight at 345 AM EDT. INC039-MIC023-149-120745- /O.NEW.KIWX.FL.W.0049.240712T0000Z-000000T0000Z/ /TRVM4.1.ER.240712T0000Z.240713T1800Z.240716T1800Z.NO/ 939 AM EDT Thu Jul 11 2024 FLOOD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM THIS EVENING UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE... * WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Saint Joseph River Michigan at Three Rivers. * WHEN...From this evening until further notice. * IMPACTS...At 8.0 feet, Minor flooding of apartments near the river along Mechanic Street, the River Glen Condos on east Michigan Ave, and basements of several homes along River Drive can be expected. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 8:45 AM EDT Thursday the stage was 6.5 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage this evening to a crest of 8.1 feet early Saturday afternoon. It will then fall below flood stage early Tuesday afternoon. - Flood stage is 7.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood LAT...LON 4186 8568 4197 8564 4197 8554 4196 8554 4193 8561 4184 8566 FLOOD IMPACTS:
11.8 - Major flooding of Scidmore Park and residences in Three Rivers can be expected. 10.6 - Expect moderate flooding of Scidmore Park. Flooding of the basements of several homes and businesses along south Main Street in the vicinity of the lumber yard can be expected. 9.00 - Moderate flooding of Scidmore Park can be expected. Evacuation of some animals in the park zoo can also be expected. High water affects several businesses and floods the basements of homes along south Main, Green, and Jackson Streets. 8.00 - Minor flooding of apartments near the river along Mechanic Street, the River Glen Condos on east Michigan Ave, and basements of several homes along River Drive can be expected. 7.00 - Expect minor flooding of the Scidmore Park picnic facilities in Three Rivers. _
Observations courtesy of: USGS Water Data
NOTE: River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation
amounts expected approximately 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
Forecasts for the St. Joseph River (MI/IN) at Three Rivers are issued as needed during times
of high water, but are not routinely available.
The City of Three Rivers Fire Department is urges residents and business owners near rivers to prepare for rising waters. Citizens are urged to STAY OFF & AWAY FROM THE RIVERS. High water levels cause strong currents making the water unsafe.
Affected residents requiring temporary emergency shelter may contact the American Red Cross at the Three Rivers Commission on Aging at (269) 279-8083.
