MANHATTAN— The Flood Warning for Manhattan has expired but a Flood Watch remains in effect until 7:00 AM Wednesday, October 10. Water levels are falling in Wildcat Creek and emergency managers will continue to monitor the situation closely. No major roadways are closed at this time.
The Kansas River is on the rise and could reach minor flood stage later today. Residents in the Hunter’s Island and Redbud areas should take precaution. No evacuations are necessary at this time but residents are advised not to bring vehicles back to low lying areas.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS: A Flood Watch means there is a potential for flooding based on current forecasts.
Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.
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(MANHATTAN, KS –The National Weather Service has issued a flood warning for Riley County. Wildcat Creek is expected to rise above flood stage, reaching 21’ by 8:30 AM Wednesday morning. The Labor Day flood crest was 28’. Additional heavy rain is possible tonight and residents are encouraged to prepare for flooding in low lying areas.
No evacuations have been issued at this time but residents living near Wildcat Creek are being advised to move vehicles to higher ground. Officers from Riley County Police Department are going door to door to notify residents in Manhattan of the risk to vehicles.
Flooding to continue through the end of the week. #kswx pic.twitter.com/XVwBQe9mdS
— NWS Topeka (@NWSTopeka) October 9, 2018
No roads have been closed at this time. Emergency managers are monitoring water levels and are prepared to make closures if necessary. Do not drive through flooded roadways. The average automobile can be swept off the road in 12 inches of moving water, and roads covered by water are prone to collapse.