
Salina Post
LINCOLN COUNTY & SALINE COUNTY - The US National Weather Service (Wichita, KS) has issued a flash flood warning for northern Lincoln County until late Monday evening.
According to the US National Weather Service (Wichita, KS), north Lincoln County is under a flash flood warning until 11:45 pm. Reportedly, radar is estimating 4 to 6 inches of rainfall across northern Lincoln county between Barnard and Lincoln. The storms are nearly stationary with more heavy rainfall likely.
The US National Weather Service stated this flash flood warning is a "very dangerous flooding situation" and to not drive in flooded areas. They are advising people to report any flooding problems to local officials.
According to the US National Weather Service, northwest Saline County is under a "high risk" of flash flooding, especially near the town of Glendale with slow moving thunderstorms producing 4 to 5 inches of rainfall.
Saline County Emergency Management advises people in the Saline County area to stay home during this flash flood warning. Saline County Emergency Management has stated the following:
Turn around, Don't Drown.
Avoid low-lying areas and roads near creeks or ditches.
Keep headlights on and drive slowly if travel is absolutely necessary.
Please do not risk your safety or the safety of emergency responders.
Monitor local weather updates frequently in multiple ways by listening to the NOAA Weather Radio, checking local news and emergency notifications. You can also stay informed by following Saline County and the National Weather Service on social media.
For the latest forecast updates, visit the National Weather Service Wichita office at https://www.weather.gov/ict/. To check forecasts frequently, go to weather.gov.