The National Weather Service has issued flood warnings and advisories after severe storms that dropped heavy rainfall across Arkansas.
Forecasters in North Little Rock issued flood warnings Saturday for the White River at Augusta, effective Monday evening. Flood stage is 26 feet, and the river is forecast to rise to near 27 feet by Wednesday.
Forecasters also issued flood warnings for the Black River at Black Rock and Pocahontas. Forecasters said minor flooding is forecast in the area, as the river is expected to rise above flood stage at both locations.
In addition, a flood advisory has been issued for the Buffalo River near St. Joe. Forecasters said they expected the river to rise to near 23.5 feet by Saturday afternoon because of heavy rainfall. Recreational activities will be dangerous, they said.
Metro on 04/23/2017