As per reports, a Flood Warning remains in effect for the Blackwater River near Blue Lick, impacting Cooper County and Saline County. The warning was extended on 28 April at 2126 hours local time (0226 hours UTC on 29 April) by the National Weather Service. Minor flooding is currently occurring, with moderate flooding expected as river levels continue to rise.
As of 2045 hours local time (0145 hours UTC on 29 April), the river stage was recorded at 27.6 feet. Forecasts indicate the river is expected to crest at approximately 29.7 feet early Thursday (30 April) afternoon before gradually receding below flood stage early Saturday (02 May). The warning is expected to remain in effect until early Sunday (03 May) morning. Flood stage for this location is 24.0 feet.
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