10/3/2025 8:54:00 AM until 10/6/2025 5:00:00 PM

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/abr. The next statement will be issued by Monday afternoon at 500 PM CDT.

The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in South Dakota... James River near Stratford affecting Spink and Brown Counties. .For sites with a river forecast, the forecast includes precipitation through the next 48 hours. Any future precipitation could affect the forecasts. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...James River near Stratford. * WHEN...Until further notice. * IMPACTS...At 14.0 feet, Significant amounts of agricultural lands begin flooding. At 16.0 feet, 137th Street and 140th Street are flooded. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 8:45 AM CDT Friday the stage was 15.2 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 8:45 AM CDT Friday was 15.2 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to a crest at 15.2 feet this afternoon. - Flood stage is 14.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood