Alertes en vigueurSaint Helen, MI

Rain and thunderstorms are currently moving into and / or forming across northern lower and eastern upper Michigan. Thunderstorms are most likely near and south of M-32. Torrential rainfall may lead to quick water rises in these areas. For spots north of M-32 and into eastern upper Michigan (particularly near the Straits), lighter but efficient rainfall will lead to elevated water levels once again tonight.
What: Flooding caused by rain and snowmelt continues.
Where: Portions of Eastern Upper and Northern Lower Michigan, including the following areas, in Eastern Upper Michigan, Central Chippewa, Eastern Mackinac, Southeast Chippewa, Western Chippewa and Western Mackinac. In Northern Lower Michigan, Alcona, Alpena, Antrim, Arenac, Benzie, Charlevoix, Cheboygan, Crawford, Emmet, Gladwin, Grand Traverse, Iosco, Kalkaska, Leelanau, Manistee, Missaukee, Montmorency, Ogemaw, Oscoda, Otsego, Presque Isle, Roscommon and Wexford.
When: Through Wednesday morning.
Impacts: Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Areas that see torrential rainfall from repeated rounds of thunderstorms may be subject to quick water rises.
Additional Details: - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

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.

At 254 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 2 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts up to 0.5 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.
Hazard: Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
Source: Radar.
Impact: Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. Some locations that will experience flash flooding include Cadillac, Lake City, Sharon, Mcbain, Morey, Falmouth, Jennings, Vogel Center, Lucas, Moorestown, Moddersville, Mitchell State Park, Merritt, Stittsville and Smithville.

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.

What: Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
Where: A portion of northern Michigan, including the following counties, Alpena, Antrim, Charlevoix, Cheboygan, Crawford, Montmorency, Oscoda, Otsego, Presque Isle and Roscommon.
When: Until 630 AM EDT.
Impacts: Minor flooding in low-lying, poor drainage areas, and small streams and creeks.
Additional Details: - At 337 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. Between 0.5 and 1.5 inches of rain have fallen. - Additional rainfall amounts up to 0.5 inches are expected over the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding. - Some locations that will experience flooding include Houghton Lake, Gaylord, Rogers City, Grayling, Roscommon, Onaway, Lewiston, Atlanta, St. Helen, Prudenville, Elmira, Ocqueoc, Lovells, Vanderbilt, Metz, Millersburg, Hetherton, Johannesburg, Chester Township and Garland. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.