6/28/2025 10:01:00 AM until 6/29/2025 1:15:00 AM

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks.

The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Minnesota... Minnesota River at Montevideo affecting Lac qui Parle, Yellow Medicine and Chippewa Counties. .Forecast rainfall over the next several days as well as released flow from upstream should lead to the gage at Montevideo rising to Moderate flood stage by Saturday afternoon. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Minnesota River at Montevideo. * WHEN...Until further notice. * IMPACTS...At 17.0 feet, Storm sewers may need to be plugged to prevent water from backing up into streets. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 900 AM CDT Saturday, the stage was 15.9 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 900 AM CDT Saturday was 15.9 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 16.6 feet early Monday afternoon. - Flood stage is 14.0 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 16.6 feet on 04/14/1965.