Headline:
Flash Flood Watch issued April 17 at 7:53AM EDT until April 17 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Grand Rapids MI
Event:
Flash Flood Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
April 17, 2026 - 4:53am
Expires:
April 17, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Flash Flooding caused by a potential dam failure continues
to be possible at the Hesperia Dam.
* WHERE...A portion of west central Michigan, including the
following county, Oceana.
* WHEN...Through this evening.
* IMPACTS...Dam failure may result in flash flooding of low-lying
areas below the dam.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- Water from recent heavy rain continues to work through the
White River. Flow at the Hesperia Dam remains very high.
Water levels may begin to drop by later today.
- 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.
Area Description:
Oceana
Forcast Office:
NWS Grand Rapids MI
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov