Flash Flood Warning Issued in Houston, Minnesota
Minnesota flash flood warning was issued by the National Weather Service for Houston County in Minnesota.
Minnesota flash flood warning
The alert was issued at 10:59 PM local time and is scheduled to remain in effect until 3:00 AM local time. The NWS lists the alert severity as severe. Its urgency is listed as immediate. The event is classified as likely.
Storm Details
Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 2 and 4 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 3 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly
Hazards
Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms
Potential 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. Caledonia, Houston, Hokah, Brownsville, Mound Prairie, Money Creek, Reno, Yucatan, Sheldon, Black Hammer, Highway 44 And Sanden Road, Beaver Creek Valley State Park, Dun Romin Park Campground, County 14 And White Tail Road, Freeburg, County Roads 3 And 24, Perkins and County Roads 15 And 4
Areas Affected
The warning covers Houston County in Minnesota.
Safety Information
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.
