St. Louis, MO – Several Missouri rivers, including the Meramec, Bourbeuse, and others, remain under flood warnings as heavy rainfall continues to impact the region. The National Weather Service (NWS) issued alerts for multiple locations in the St. Louis area and surrounding counties, with moderate flooding expected over the next several days.
Key locations under warning include:
- Meramec River at Fenton: Flooding is expected to continue through Friday evening, with the river reaching a crest of 27.9 feet. At this stage, the Fenton Feed Mill is in danger of flooding.
- Meramec River near Arnold: Minor flooding is anticipated to last until Saturday morning. The river could crest at 30.2 feet, affecting areas around Wells Road.
- Meramec River near Eureka: Major flooding is in progress, with the river predicted to crest at 32.5 feet. Homes along Willman Road and West Spring River Ranch Road are at risk.
- Meramec River at Pacific and Sullivan: Flooding continues in these areas, with minor flooding expected to subside by Wednesday and Thursday, respectively.
Flood Safety Tips:
- Avoid driving through flooded areas or around barricades.
- Stay informed with continuous weather updates from the NWS.
These warnings are based on observed rainfall and future precipitation predictions. Residents in affected areas should remain vigilant and follow official safety recommendations. For more details and river stage information, visit the National Weather Service.
Additional Forecast Information for the Affected Areas:
- Meramec River near Pacific: River levels currently at 22.5 feet, expected to crest at 23.0 feet. Flooding will decrease by Wednesday evening.
- Meramec River near Sullivan: Levels are at 12.4 feet, expected to drop below flood stage by Tuesday night.
- Bourbeuse River at Union: Flood stage of 15 feet, with current levels at 21.1 feet. The river is forecast to fall below flood stage by Thursday morning.
Residents in flood-prone areas are urged to take precautions and monitor local advisories.
