Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov. The next statement will be issued this afternoon at 500 PM EDT.

The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Rhode Island... Pawcatuck River At Wood River Junction affecting Washington County. For the Pawcatuck River...including Wood River Junction...Minor flooding is forecast. * WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Pawcatuck River at Wood River Junction. * WHEN...From this afternoon until further notice. * IMPACTS...At 5.0 feet, Floodwaters begin to spread onto Driftwood Drive in Charlestown. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 6:45 AM EDT Friday the stage was 4.9 feet. - Bankfull stage is 5.0 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage this afternoon and continue rising to a crest of 5.4 feet early tomorrow afternoon. - Flood stage is 5.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood