8/27/2025 9:15:00 AM until 8/28/2025 11:15:00 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 Thursday morning.

The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in South Dakota... James River near Forestburg affecting Sanborn County. Big Sioux River near Bruce affecting Brookings County. Big Sioux River near Estelline affecting Hamlin and Brookings Counties. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring. * WHERE...Big Sioux River near Estelline. * WHEN...Until further notice. * IMPACTS...At 1645.5 feet, widespread flooding of agricultural lands begins. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 9:00 AM CDT Wednesday the stage was 1644.8 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 9:00 AM CDT Wednesday was 1645.0 feet. - Forecast...No forecast is available for this location. - Flood stage is 1644.0 feet. - Stay up to date with the latest river observations and forecasts at: www.water.noaa.gov