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Flood Warning — NWS Topeka KS

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Flood Warning issued October 30 at 3:45AM CDT until October 31 at 9:00AM CDT by NWS Topeka KS

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The National Weather Service in Topeka forecast minor flooding along the Big Blue River near Blue Rapids in Marshall County, with the river expected to crest at 29.7 feet this afternoon. Motorists were warned not to drive around barricades or through flooded areas.

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  • Affected location: Big Blue River near Blue Rapids, Marshall County
  • Motorists were warned not to drive around barricades or through flooded areas.
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Confidence
7/10
Geographic reach
3/10
Global importance
2/10
Impact magnitude
3/10
Urgency
7/10

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