Advarsler, Carthage Point Oil Field

Flood Advisory issued July 11 at 8:11AM CDT until July 13 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Jackson MS ...The Flood Advisory is extended for the following rivers in Louisiana...Mississippi... Mississippi River At Natchez affecting Adams, Concordia and Wilkinson Counties. * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Mississippi River at Natchez. * WHEN...Until Monday evening. * IMPACTS...At 38 feet, Lowlands along the river in areas not protected by levees begin to flood. On both side of the river, there are areas that contain oil and gas wells; however, these are not affected until higher stages. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 7:00 AM CDT Saturday the stage was 40.1 feet. - Forecast...The river has crested and is currently falling. - Action stage is 38 feet. - Flood stage is 48 feet. If you encounter a flooded roadway, turn around and find an alternative route. Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks. Additional information is available at www.water.noaa.gov/wfo/jan The next statement will be issued Sunday morning at 915 AM CDT.