Headline:
Flood Watch issued April 14 at 11:03PM EDT until April 17 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI
Event:
Flood Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
April 14, 2026 - 8:03pm
Expires:
April 16, 2026 - 5:15am
Description:
Additional rain on top of recent heavy rainfall and snow melt has
lead to flooding across much of northern Michigan. Flows in rivers
will continue to increase and may reach critical levels.
* WHAT...Potential flash flooding caused by high flows from the
Bellaire Dam.
* WHERE...Bellaire, Michigan in Antrim county downstream of the
Bellaire Dam.
* WHEN...Through Thursday morning.
* IMPACTS...Dam failure or increased flows from the Bellaire Dam may
result in flash flooding of low-lying areas below the dam.
Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instruction:
You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action
should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.
Dam safety experts with state and local emergency services are
monitoring the dam and will issue a public statement as conditions
warrant. PLAN NOW so you will know what to do in an emergency. Keep
informed by listening to local radio and television for statements
and possible warnings. Follow the advice of public safety officials.
You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood
Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared
to take action should flooding develop.
Area Description:
Antrim
Forcast Office:
NWS Gaylord MI
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