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The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in LouisianaMississippi Pearl River Near Pearl River affecting Hancock, St. Tammany and Pearl River Counties. Pearl River Near Bogalusa affecting Washington and Pearl River Counties. For the Lower Pearl Riverincluding Bogalusa, Pearl RiverMinor flooding is forecast.
What: Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
Where: Pearl River near Bogalusa.
When: Until early Saturday afternoon.
Impacts: At 20.0 feet, Woodlands and crop acreage along the river will be flooded. The Bogue Chitto Wildlife Management area will be inundated with water in recreational camps and over access roads.
Additional Details: - At 8:00 AM CDT Sunday the stage was 20.0 feet. - Bankfull stage is 15.0 feet. - ForecastThe river is expected to rise to a crest of 20.1 feet this evening. - Flood stage is 18.0 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 late tonight at 130 AM CDT.