Potential for severe weather, sandbags available with continued flooding

Monday, July 15, 2024 at 11:33 AM

By Johnny McCrory @jmcillini

Additional concerns for area flooding come with the threat posed by the latest forecast.
A Flood Watch is in effect from the National Weather Service through 2 a.m. Wednesday. Meanwhile, another round of thunderstorms is expected tonight. Flooding and damaging winds appear to be the primary threats.

The additional issue is the Monday temperatures. Heat indices in the mid-90s to near 100 degrees this afternoon.

There is a chance for additional thunderstorms on Tuesday.

Fulton County Emergency Management is advising residents that rivers are coming out of their banks, along with usual flood areas.

The Highway Department has a load of sand at the Manitou boat ramp across from Dairy Queen on Highway 14 / 25.

Residents can pick up sandbags at the EMA office at 1728 E State Rd 14, Rochester, between 8 a.m.- 4 p.m. on Monday and Tuesday. An announcement will be made f there are extended dates and times for availability of those materials.

Please contact the office if you have further questions, 574-223-6611