River Flood Warning Continues For The South Sulphur River Near Cooper

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A Flood Warning continues for the South Sulphur River near Cooper affecting Delta and Hopkins counties. Do not drive cars through flooded areas. Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks. Here is the warning from the National Weather Service:

The Flood Warning continues for the following areas in Texas. South Sulphur River near Cooper affecting Delta and Hopkins counties PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS – Do not drive cars through flooded areas. Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks. Stay tuned to NOAA All Hazards Radio for the latest river forecasts.

7:47 pm CDT Tuesday, Mar 24, 2020 – The Flood Warning continues near Cooper for the South Sulphur River. *At 07:15 pm Tuesday the stage was 18.13 feet. *Flood stage is 16 feet.* Minor flooding is occurring and Minor flooding is forecast. *Forecast – The river will remain near 18 feet for the next few days.