The National Weather Service in Omaha has issued a Flood Warning for Rain and Snowmelt in Central Shelby County until 6:30-p.m. today (Wednesday).

* At 630 AM CDT, a reporting gauge near Harlan on the West Nishnabotna River was reporting levels just below flood stage but rising very fast. Flooding could likely begin in the area shortly.
Up to one half inch of rain has already fallen. Some locations that will experience flooding include…Harlan, Irwin, Kirkman and Nishna Bend Recreation Area.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. A Flood Warning means that flooding is imminent or occurring. All interested parties should take necessary precautions immediately.