A watch remains in effect for the Loup, Platte, and Elkhorn Rivers
due to potential ice jam development. Interests along area rivers,
especially in low-lying areas, should remain vigilant to the
potential for rapidly rising water.
* WHAT…Flooding caused by ice jams continues to be possible.
* WHERE…Parts of eastern Nebraska along the Loup, Platte, and
Elkhorn Rivers.
* WHEN…Through Saturday evening.
* IMPACTS…The formation of an ice jam could result in sudden rises
of water, leading to a rapid flooding situation. Ice jams can
cause water level fluctuations of 1 to 3 feet over a very short
time period and without much notice.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…
– Ice breakup and movement has started in the Loup and Platte
Rivers, with an ice jam and minor flooding already being
reported near Columbus, and another ice jam west of Schuyler.
Additional ice movement is likely through Friday.