June 4, 2024 - At 9:30am on Tuesday, June 4, 2024 the National Weather Service, Shreveport, LA stated the forecast flooding changed from Minor to Moderate severity for the Sabine River at Logansport affecting Panola and Shelby counties, and De Soto parish.
For the Sabine River including Mineola, Hawkins, Gladewater, Longview, Beckville, Logansport... moderate flooding is forecast.
Do not drive cars through flooded areas. Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks. Turn around, don`t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars through flooded areas.
For more hydrologic information, visit online https://water.noaa.gov/wfo/SHV
At 9:30am the National Weather Service stated the Flood Warning remains in effect until further notice as minor flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is forecast for the Sabine River at Logansport.
At 32.0 feet, Severe flooding problems from Joaquin, Texas to Logansport, Louisiana with numerous access roads and secondary roadways flooded. The city of Logansport must take precautions to ensure the safety of its water plant at this stage.
Additional Details:
- At 8:45 AM CDT Tuesday the stage was 28.8 feet.
- Bankfull stage is 27.0 feet.
- Recent Activity... The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 8:45 AM CDT Tuesday was 28.8 feet.
- Forecast... The river is expected to rise to 32.0 feet Sunday morning. Additional rises are possible thereafter.
- Flood stage is 28.0 feet.
- Flood History... This crest compares to a previous crest of 32.0 feet on 04/24/1942.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
