National Weather Service issues flood warning for Wolf River, affecting 3 Wisconsin counties

(WFRV) – A flood warning for the Wolf River has been issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) of Green Bay, affecting three northeast Wisconsin counties.

According to the NWS, the flood warning for Wolf River will be in effect until next Wednesday, April 9, and is near Shiocton but will affect areas within Outagamie, Shawano, and Waupaca Counties.

The Shawano County Sheriff’s Office posted on its Facebook page about the warning, reminding residents to be safe and avoid flooded roads.

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Deputies noted that the boat landing in Shioction is currently under water, while also reporting some lowland flooding around Shioction. The Wolf River is expected to crest at 11.8 feet early Saturday, April 5.

“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,” officials with NWS stated.

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