Flood Warning
Flood Statement
National Weather Service Medford OR
938 AM PDT Mon Mar 17 2025
...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Oregon...
Umpqua River near Elkton affecting Douglas County.
.While heavy rain, snow and strong winds have abated, bands of
showers are currently streaming across the region this morning and
will continue through this afternoon. Precipitation amounts with
these showers will be far less that what occurred yesterday. The
Umpqua River near Elkton is falling but is still above flood stage.
While the flooding is expected to decrease moving forward it is
important to remember that the flood waters are still very
dangerous. There have been many swift-water rescues across southern
Oregon over the last 36 hours. Please stay safely away from flood
waters.
For the Umpqua River...including Elkton, Reedsport...Minor flooding
is forecast.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Turn around, don`t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive
cars through flooded areas.
Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the
dangers of flooding.
Stay tuned to further developments by listening to your local radio,
television, or NOAA Weather Radio for further information.
Please report observed flooding to local emergency services or law
enforcement and request they pass this information to the National
Weather Service when you can do so safely.
Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.
The next statement will be issued Monday evening.this evening at 945
PM PDT.
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938 AM PDT Mon Mar 17 2025
...FLOOD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL LATE TONIGHT...
* WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
* WHERE...Umpqua River near Elkton.
* WHEN...Until late tonight.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 9:15 AM PDT Monday the stage was 37.6 feet.
- Bankfull stage is 25.0 feet.
- Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours
ending at 9:15 AM PDT Monday was 39.1 feet.
- Forecast...The river is expected to fall below flood stage
late this afternoon and continue falling to 10.5 feet
Thursday, March 27.
- Flood stage is 33.0 feet.
- Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of
37.5 feet on 02/18/1983.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
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Fld Observed Forecasts (11 am PDT)
Location Stg Stg Day/Time Tue Wed Thu
Umpqua River
Elkton 33.0 37.6 Mon 9 am PDT 23.0 16.5 13.7
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LAT...LON 4371 12376 4367 12348 4328 12341 4327 12347
4338 12362
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SH
Flood Statement
National Weather Service Medford OR
928 AM PDT Mon Mar 17 2025
...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in
Oregon...
Coquille River at Coquille affecting Coos County.
North Fork Coquille River near Myrtle Point affecting Coos County.
South Fork Coquille River at Myrtle Point affecting Coos County.
.While heavy rain, snow and strong winds have abated, bands of
showers are currently streaming across the region this morning and
will continue through this afternoon. Precipitation amounts with
these showers will be far less that what occurred yesterday. The
North Fork Coquille near Myrtle Point and the South Fork Coquille at
Myrtle Point are both falling but are still above flood stage. The
Coquille River at Coquille is holding steady but could hit Major
flood stage if it bumps up another couple of inches. It is not
expected to rise much more than its current level.
While the flooding is expected to decrease moving forward it is
important to remember that the flood waters are still very
dangerous. There have been many swift-water rescues across southern
Oregon over the last 36 hours. Please stay safely away from flood
waters.
For the Coquille River...including Coquille...Major flooding is
forecast.
For the North Fork Coquille River...including Myrtle Point...Minor
flooding is forecast.
For the South Fork Coquille River...including Myrtle Point...
Moderate flooding is forecast.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive
cars through flooded areas.
Turn around, don`t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Please report observed flooding to local emergency services or law
enforcement and request they pass this information to the National
Weather Service when you can do so safely.
Stay tuned to further developments by listening to your local radio,
television, or NOAA Weather Radio for further information.
Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.
The next statement will be issued in 12 hours or sooner if
conditions warrant an update.this evening at 930 PM PDT.
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928 AM PDT Mon Mar 17 2025
...FLOOD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL THURSDAY MORNING...
* WHAT...Moderate flooding is occurring and major flooding is
forecast.
* WHERE...Coquille River at Coquille.
* WHEN...Until Thursday morning.
* IMPACTS...At 25.0 feet, Some homes are flooded along and near the
Coquille River. Roads are flooded in spots in low-lying areas near
the Coquille River.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 8:45 AM PDT Monday the stage was 24.7 feet.
- Bankfull stage is 20.0 feet.
- Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours
ending at 8:45 AM PDT Monday was 24.8 feet.
- Forecast...The river will oscillate above major flood stage
with a maximum value of 25.7 feet late this evening. It will
fall below flood stage Wednesday evening.
- Flood stage is 21.0 feet.
- Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of
25.4 feet on 01/18/1971.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
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Fld Observed Forecasts (9 am PDT)
Location Stg Stg Day/Time Tue Wed Thu
Coquille River
Coquille 21.0 24.7 Mon 8 am PDT 24.8 22.5 17.8
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LAT...LON 4316 12441 4323 12422 4310 12412 4307 12416
4312 12442
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SH
Flood Statement
National Weather Service Medford OR
928 AM PDT Mon Mar 17 2025
...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in
Oregon...
Coquille River at Coquille affecting Coos County.
North Fork Coquille River near Myrtle Point affecting Coos County.
South Fork Coquille River at Myrtle Point affecting Coos County.
.While heavy rain, snow and strong winds have abated, bands of
showers are currently streaming across the region this morning and
will continue through this afternoon. Precipitation amounts with
these showers will be far less that what occurred yesterday. The
North Fork Coquille near Myrtle Point and the South Fork Coquille at
Myrtle Point are both falling but are still above flood stage. The
Coquille River at Coquille is holding steady but could hit Major
flood stage if it bumps up another couple of inches. It is not
expected to rise much more than its current level.
While the flooding is expected to decrease moving forward it is
important to remember that the flood waters are still very
dangerous. There have been many swift-water rescues across southern
Oregon over the last 36 hours. Please stay safely away from flood
waters.
For the Coquille River...including Coquille...Major flooding is
forecast.
For the North Fork Coquille River...including Myrtle Point...Minor
flooding is forecast.
For the South Fork Coquille River...including Myrtle Point...
Moderate flooding is forecast.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive
cars through flooded areas.
Turn around, don`t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Please report observed flooding to local emergency services or law
enforcement and request they pass this information to the National
Weather Service when you can do so safely.
Stay tuned to further developments by listening to your local radio,
television, or NOAA Weather Radio for further information.
Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.
The next statement will be issued in 12 hours or sooner if
conditions warrant an update.this evening at 930 PM PDT.
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928 AM PDT Mon Mar 17 2025
...FLOOD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL TOMORROW MORNING...
* WHAT...Moderate flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is
forecast.
* WHERE...South Fork Coquille River at Myrtle Point.
* WHEN...Until tomorrow morning.
* IMPACTS...At 37.0 feet, Extensive road and farmland flooding
upstream and downstream of Myrtle Point can be expected. Some
residents of low-lying areas in the vicinity of Myrtle Point may
be threatened.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 8:20 AM PDT Monday the stage was 36.9 feet.
- Bankfull stage is 35.0 feet.
- Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours
ending at 8:20 AM PDT Monday was 40.4 feet.
- Forecast...The river will fall below flood stage this evening
and then fall to 19.9 feet late Wednesday evening and remain
below flood stage.
- Flood stage is 33.0 feet.
- Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of
37.0 feet on 01/20/2012.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
&&
Fld Observed Forecasts (11 am PDT)
Location Stg Stg Day/Time Tue Wed Thu
South Fork Coquille River
Myrtle Point 33.0 36.9 Mon 8 am PDT 29.4 24.2 22.4
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LAT...LON 4307 12417 4308 12414 4302 12408 4287 12406
4293 12417
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Winter Weather Advisory
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Portland OR
801 AM PDT Mon Mar 17 2025
.Current precipitation has ended and thus have ended the Winter
Storm Warning for the Cascades. The Winter Weather Advisory remains
in effect.
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North Oregon Cascades-Cascades of Marion and Linn Counties-
Cascades of Lane County-
Including the cities of Lost Lake, McKenzie Pass, Willamette
Pass, Santiam Pass, Santiam Junction, Breitenbush Springs, Waldo
Lake, Bennett Pass, Government Camp, Tombstone Summit, and
Timothy Lake
801 AM PDT Mon Mar 17 2025
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS
AFTERNOON TO 5 PM PDT TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 9
inches.
* WHERE...Northern and Central Oregon Cascades.
* WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 5 PM PDT Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
likely become slick and hazardous.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while
driving. If you are going outside, watch your first few steps taken
on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and
slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury.
For the latest road conditions and chain restrictions in Oregon,
call 5 1 1, or visit: www.tripcheck.com.
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For more information from the National Weather Service visit
www.weather.gov/portland
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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Pendleton OR
416 AM PDT Mon Mar 17 2025
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East Slopes of the Oregon Cascades-
Including the cities of Camp Sherman, Sisters, La Pine, and
Sunriver
416 AM PDT Mon Mar 17 2025
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 5
PM PDT TUESDAY ABOVE 4500 FEET ...
...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED...
* WHAT...Snow expected Above 4500 feet. Total snow accumulations
between 5 and 8 inches.
* WHERE...East Slopes of the Oregon Cascades.
* WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 5 PM PDT Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult due to periods of moderate to
heavy snow.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road
conditions can be obtained by visiting tripcheck.com online, or by
calling 5 1 1.
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Small Craft Advisory
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
856 AM PDT Mon Mar 17 2025
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Coastal waters from Florence to Cape Blanco OR out 10 nm-
Waters from Florence to Cape Blanco OR from 10 to 60 nm-
856 AM PDT Mon Mar 17 2025
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM PDT THIS
AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...North to northwest winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts around
25 kt and steep seas 9 to 11 ft at 13 seconds.
* WHERE...All areas.
* WHEN...Until 5 PM PDT this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds and/or steep seas could capsize or
damage smaller vessels.
* View the hazard area in detail at https://go.usa.gov/x6hks
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Inexperienced mariners and those operating smaller vessels should
remain in port and avoid the area of hazardous conditions.
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