Flood Warning
The Flood Warning continues for
the Atchafalaya River at Morgan City.
* Until further notice.
* At 8:00 PM Friday the stage was 5.9 feet.
* Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
* Flood stage is 4.0 feet.
* Forecast... the river will continue rising to near 5.9 feet by after
midnight tomorrow. Additional rises may be possible thereafter.
* Impact... at 5.0 feet... floodwall gates will be closed to protect
against higher stages. Vessel traffic will be affected by stronger
river current and vessel traffic safety rules will be strictly
enforced by the U. S. Coast Guard.
* Impact... at 4.0 feet... water will move up the bank and across access
roads below the city dock. Floodwall gates should be closed by the
5 foot stage to protect against higher stages. Vessel traffic will
be affected by stronger river current and vessel traffic safety
rules will be strictly enforced by the U. S. Coast Guard.
* Impact... at 4.0 feet... the impact on river side Industry will lessen
as the river begins to recede.
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