Waarschuwingen, Adams County Sheriff's Office

Flood Advisory issued July 10 at 9:38AM CDT until July 13 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS ...The Flood Advisory is extended for the following rivers in Mississippi...Louisiana... Mississippi River At Natchez affecting Adams, Concordia and Wilkinson Counties. * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Mississippi River at Natchez. * WHEN...Until early Monday afternoon. * IMPACTS...At 38 feet, Lowlands along the river in areas not protected by levees begin to flood. On both side of the river, there are areas that contain oil and gas wells; however, these are not affected until higher stages. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 9:00 AM CDT Friday the stage was 40.9 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to fall to 25.9 feet Thursday, August 06. - Action stage is 38 feet. - Flood stage is 48 feet. Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks. If you encounter a flooded roadway, turn around and find an alternative route. Additional information is available at www.water.noaa.gov/wfo/jan The next statement will be issued Saturday morning at 1145 AM CDT.