Flood Watch issued February 5 at 3:23AM CST until February 9 at 10:00PM CST by NWS Omaha/Valley NE
A watch has been issued for the Platte, Elkhorn, and Loup rivers
due to potential ice jam development. This heightened threat is due
to persistent warm weather. Those with interests along area rivers,
especially in low-lying areas, should remain vigilant to the
potential for rapidly rising water.
WHAT: Flooding caused by an ice jam is possible.
WHERE: Portions of east central, northeast, and southeast
Nebraska, including the following counties, in east central
Nebraska, Butler, Dodge, Douglas, Sarpy, Saunders and Washington.
In northeast Nebraska, Antelope, Colfax, Cuming, Madison, Pierce,
Platte and Stanton. In southeast Nebraska, Cass.
WHEN: Through Monday evening.
IMPACTS: The formation of an ice jam could result in sudden rises
of water, leading to a rapid flooding situation. Ice jams can
cause water level fluctuations of 1 to 3 feet over a very short
time period and without much notice.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS:
- While no ice movement has been observed or reported, several
consecutive days of highs ranging from the upper 40s to mid
60s suggest breakup and movement is imminent.
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You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood
Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared
to take action should flooding develop.