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‘Major flooding’ on Black River in Pocahontas underway though water recedes after crest
The latest data from the National Water Prediction Service of the NOAA shows the river slowly falling from its current level.
‘Major flooding’ on Black River in Pocahontas underway though crest likely at current level
The National Weather Service says the Black River in Pocahontas will crest higher than predicted.As of 7 a.m. Wednesday, ...
Elyria’s Black River is at a minor flood stage with more rain on the way
Heavy rain from storms over the last 24 hours prompted a flood warning Thursday for the Black River in Elyria.
Officials believe Black River flooding in Pocahontas has reached its crest
Just when the people of Pocahontas thought it was the worst-case scenario, they caught a potential break for the city.
Officials say they are more prepared for potential flooding from a river
POCAHONTAS, Ark. (KAIT) -With high rainfall in the forecast, many rivers are at risk of flooding. The Black River is one ...
Black River expected to crest above flood stage by Saturday
Forecasters predict the river will crest at 21 feet on Saturday, that’s 5 feet above flood stage and about a foot shy of the record high we saw in 2008 when high water led to multiple levee breaches.
UPDATE: 2 storm-related deaths reported, thousands of Arkansans still without power
Thousands of Arkansans remain without power Monday after several days of severe weather swept through the state, injuring 13 ...
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Officials support issuance of bonds for Black River Landing Amphitheater
Lorain County commissioners unanimously approved April 11 supporting the issuance of bonds to fund the new Black River ...
Missouri Task Force 1 stationed in Poplar Bluff
According to NOAA, the Black River at Poplar Bluff will crest Saturday at 21.5 feet. That water level moves the Black River into the major flooding stage.