Headline:
Flash Flood Watch issued April 18 at 7:24PM EDT until April 20 at 12:00PM EDT by NWS Grand Rapids MI
Event:
Flash Flood Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
April 18, 2026 - 4:24pm
Expires:
April 19, 2026 - 6:30pm
Description:
* WHAT...Flash Flooding caused by a potential dam or levee failure
continues to be possible at the Hesperia Dam.
* WHERE...A portion of west central Michigan, including the
following county, Oceana.
* WHEN...Through Monday morning.
* IMPACTS...Dam failure may result in flash flooding of low-lying
areas below the dam.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- Another round of heavy rain fell last night across the White
River watershed, which has resulted in additional water
coming down the river. Very high flows continue at Hesperia
Dam, and will continue through the weekend.
- 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