Active AlertsTangipahoa

The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Louisiana Tangipahoa River Near Robert affecting Tangipahoa Parish.
: The Flood Warning is cancelled for the following rivers in Louisiana Tangipahoa River Near Kentwood affecting Tangipahoa Parish. For the Tangipahoa Riverincluding Osyka, Kentwood, Tangi. River near Tickfaw, Amite, RobertModerate flooding is forecast.
What: Moderate flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is forecast.
Where: Tangipahoa River near Robert.
When: Until further notice.
Impacts: At 18.0 feet, Evacuation of trailers at Hidden Oaks must be completed. Water covers the entrance to camp grounds. Secondary roads and unimproved roads north of Robert will flood as Chappepeela Creek backs up. Low places on Highway 22 south of Robert will be under water.
Additional Details: - At 9:30 AM CDT Sunday the stage was 18.1 feet. - Bankfull stage is 8.0 feet. - ForecastThe river is expected to rise to a crest of 19.5 feet early Tuesday morning. - Flood stage is 15.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks. Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov/lix. Click on the Rivers and Lakes menu for forecasts and observations. The next statement will be issued this morning at 1130 AM CDT.