Flood Warning Issued for Black River Near Annapolis Through Saturday Evening

Alert Details

A Flood Warning (NWS Alert Code: FLW) has been issued by the National Weather Service in St. Louis, MO. The alert is effective starting March 5, 2026, and remains in place until Saturday evening, March 7.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically covers the Black River near Annapolis, located within Reynolds County, Missouri.

What You Should Do

Residents are advised to avoid flooded areas and follow the safety mantra: “Turn around, don’t drown” when encountering flooded roads. The NWS reminds the public that most flood-related deaths occur in vehicles. Additional information is available via the National Weather Service website.

Expected Conditions

Minor flooding is forecast for the affected area. As of 7:15 AM CST on Thursday, the river stage was measured at 7.0 feet. The river is expected to rise above the flood stage of 8.0 feet late this morning and is forecast to crest near 11.0 feet this evening. Forecasts are based on observed and predicted precipitation over the next 48 hours.

Timeline

• Alert Issued: March 5, 2026, at 7:50 AM CST
• Flood Stage Onset: Expected late morning, March 5
• Crest: Expected this evening, March 5
• Warning Expiration: March 7, 2026, at 8:00 PM CST