The Marshall County Emergency Management Agency has announced that the “Warning” level travel advisory that was implemented yesterday morning has been terminated and a “Watch” level travel advisory has been put in place.
The City of Plymouth has implemented an Executive Order for a “Watch” level travel advisory as well. The Marshall County Building and Courthouses are now open.
EMA Director Clyde Avery said a number of families have been displaced by the flood waters, but no requests have been made to activate the EOC and Emergency Support Functions.
He added that the Flood Warning for the Yellow River has been extended until the afternoon of Tuesday, February 27th. The river is currently at 17.5 ft. and rising. Crest is still forecast for 18 ft. by Thursday afternoon.
Additionally, the Flood Warning for the Tippecanoe River near Ora has been continued until further notice. The river is currently at 13.98 ft. and rising. Crest is still forecast for 15.1 ft by Saturday.
Avery said several homes and businesses have been impacted by flood water and several county roads, drainage, water/waste water treatment facilities, and other infrastructure have also sustained damage. Damage assessments will be conducted to gather information for possible assistance.
He asks that people keep track of costs associated with flood fight response, including: labor costs, equipment use, materials and emergency protective measures. He added that any health issues and debris management problems should also be incorporated into incident recovery planning.
