If you are in the watch area, remain alert to possible flooding. Residents and those with interests near the river should monitor rising water levels and be prepared for possible flood warnings. Additional river and weather information is available at www.weather.gov/lacrosse. The next statement will be issued Wednesday morning at 1100 AM CDT.

The Flood Watch continues for the following rivers in Wisconsin... Black River at Black River Falls affecting Jackson County. .Recent thunderstorms brought around 1 to 2 inches of precipitation across the Black River basin. The river is expected to rise over the next 24 hours and may reach flood stage by Wednesday night. * WHAT...Flooding is possible. * WHERE...Black River at Black River Falls. * WHEN...From Wednesday evening to early Thursday afternoon. * IMPACTS...At 47.0 feet, Some rural roads may begin to flood including county Highway VV downstream near the La Crosse County line. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 7:00 PM CDT Tuesday the stage was 37.6 feet. - Forecast...Flood stage may be reached based on the latest forecast information. - Flood stage is 47.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood