Expected flooding prompts warnings from St. Louis region communities

Sandbags and pumps available in multiple locations as rain continues

ST. LOUIS -- Communities across the St. Louis region are urging residents to prepare for possible flooding as the Mississippi River continues to rise. The National Weather Service has issued a flood warning for the river at St. Louis, and the river is expected to crest at 32 feet by Saturday.

That's well above the flood stage of 28 feet. Several communities have already set up sandbagging stations and are urging residents to take steps to protect their homes and businesses.

In St. Louis, the city has set up sandbagging stations at several locations, including the Public Works Operations Center at 5400 Arsenal Street and the Street Department Central Shop at 1015 N. 10th Street. Sandbags are also available at several fire stations.

The city is also offering free pumps to residents who need them. Pumps are available at the Public Works Operations Center and the Street Department Central Shop.

In St. Charles County, the county has set up sandbagging stations at several locations, including the St. Charles County Highway Department at 360 Jungermann Road in St. Charles and the Wentzville Public Works Facility at 1000 Wentzville Parkway in Wentzville.

The county is also offering free pumps to residents who need them. Pumps are available at the St. Charles County Highway Department and the Wentzville Public Works Facility.

In Jefferson County, the county has set up sandbagging stations at several locations, including the Jefferson County Highway Department at 2323 Telegraph Road in Arnold and the Festus Public Works Facility at 500 Festus Access Road in Festus.

The county is also offering free pumps to residents who need them. Pumps are available at the Jefferson County Highway Department and the Festus Public Works Facility.

In Franklin County, the county has set up sandbagging stations at several locations, including the Franklin County Highway Department at 1901 Old Highway 100 in Union and the Washington Public Works Facility at 1200 W. Main Street in Washington.

The county is also offering free pumps to residents who need them. Pumps are available at the Franklin County Highway Department and the Washington Public Works Facility.

Residents should take steps to prepare for possible flooding

Residents who live in areas that may be flooded should take steps to prepare for possible flooding. These steps include:

• Moving valuable belongings to higher ground
• Sandbagging doorways and windows
• Installing sump pumps
• Making an evacuation plan
• Having a supply of food and water on hand

Residents who need assistance with sandbagging or other flood preparation activities can contact their local emergency management office.

Conclusion

The expected flooding is a serious threat to communities in the St. Louis region. Residents should take steps to prepare for possible flooding and stay informed about the latest forecasts.