The National Weather Service office in Jacksonville, Florida issued a Flood Warning on October 4 at 5:44 PM EDT, in effect until 8:45 PM EDT. The warning currently covers 43 areas, including Camden County, Georgia, and a broad stretch of central and northeast Missouri – Callaway, Osage, Gasconade, Montgomery, Boone, Cole, Moniteau, and Pike counties – along with Pike County, Illinois, and 33 additional areas.
A Flood Warning means flooding is already occurring or is imminent – this is a step above a Flood Watch. Residents in the affected counties may notice water covering roadways, ditches and creeks running high or out of their banks, standing water in yards and low-lying areas, and ponding on streets where drainage is overwhelmed. Small streams and poor-drainage areas are typically the first to flood in these situations.
If you are in one of the warned areas, the most important rule is simple: never drive or walk through floodwater. Just six inches of moving water can knock an adult down, and about a foot can carry away a small car. Turn around and find another route.
What to watch for
First, monitor local road conditions – low-water crossings and rural roads in Missouri and Illinois can flood quickly and are especially dangerous after dark. Second, if you live near a creek, stream, or low-lying area, be ready to move to higher ground if water starts rising, and keep an eye on basements. Third, the warning currently expires at 8:45 PM EDT, but it could be extended or reissued if heavy rain continues, so keep checking for updates through the evening.
Data for this alert comes from the National Weather Service (NOAA).
Frequently Asked Questions
Is flooding actually happening, or just possible?
A Flood Warning means flooding is occurring or imminent in the warned areas – it is more urgent than a watch. Conditions can vary block by block, but you should assume local roads and low spots may be affected.
What should I do right now if I'm in a warned county?
Avoid driving through any water-covered road, stay away from swollen creeks and ditches, and move valuables off basement floors. If water rises toward your home, move to higher ground immediately.
How long will this warning last?
The current warning runs until 8:45 PM EDT on October 4. It may be extended or reissued if rain continues, so check for updates before assuming the threat has passed.
Why does the alert come from NWS Jacksonville if Missouri is included?
The alert was transmitted by the Jacksonville, Florida NWS office, but the listed counties – including areas in Missouri and Illinois – are what matters for your safety. Follow guidance for the county you are actually in.
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Source: National Weather Service (NWS)
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