Flood Warning Issued for Tombigbee River Near Amory and Monroe County Through Wednesday Morning

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Memphis, TN, has issued a Flood Warning for the Tombigbee River near Amory and the Buttahatchie River near Aberdeen. The alert was issued on March 9 at 8:31 PM CDT and remains in effect until the morning of March 11. Minor flooding is currently forecast for these river systems.

Affected Areas

The warning primarily affects Monroe County, Mississippi. Specific locations and river segments included in the alert are:

• Tombigbee River: Fulton, Bigbee, Amory, and Aberdeen Lock & Dam.
• Buttahatchie River: Aberdeen.

What You Should Do

Residents in the affected areas are advised to take the following precautions:

• Turn around, don’t drown: Never attempt to drive through flooded roads. Most flood-related deaths occur in vehicles.
• Avoid flooded areas: Stay away from riverbanks and low-lying areas prone to flooding.
• Monitor updates: Stay tuned to local weather reports and the NWS Memphis office for further statements.

Expected Conditions

According to the NWS, the Tombigbee River is expected to experience minor flooding. As of 8:15 PM CDT Monday, the river stage was at 12.1 feet. The river is forecast to rise above the flood stage of 20.0 feet early Tuesday afternoon, reaching a peak of 20.9 feet by Tuesday evening. At the 20.0-foot mark, lowland flooding typically begins in the region.

Timeline

• Effective Period: The warning begins Tuesday afternoon, March 10, 2026.
• Peak Conditions: The river is expected to crest Tuesday evening.
• Expiration: The warning is scheduled to end at 8:24 AM CDT on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, as the river falls below flood stage.