8/25/2025 8:58:00 AM until 8/26/2025 11:00:00 AM

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. River forecasts include observed precipitation plus forecast precipitation over the next 24 hours. The next statement will be issued by Tuesday morning.

The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in South Dakota... James River near Forestburg affecting Sanborn County. ...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in South Dakota... Big Sioux River near Bruce affecting Brookings County. Big Sioux River near Estelline affecting Hamlin and Brookings Counties. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...James River near Forestburg. * WHEN...Until early Saturday afternoon. * IMPACTS...At 12.0 feet, Significant portions of the floodplain begin to flood and a couple county or township roads may begin to flood. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 8:15 AM CDT Monday the stage was 12.1 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 8:15 AM CDT Monday was 12.1 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest around 12.4 feet tonight. It will then fall below flood stage Friday afternoon. - Flood stage is 12.0 feet. - Stay up to date with the latest river observations and forecasts at: www.water.noaa.gov