UPDATE:

The flood warning for the Manhattan area has expired, but the National Weather Service said a flood watch remains in effect until 7 a.m. Wednesday. Water levels are falling in Wildcat Creek and emergency managers will continue to monitor the situation closely.

The Kansas River is on the rise and could reach minor flood stage later Tuesday. Residents in the Hunter’s Island and Redbud areas should take precaution. No evacuations are necessary at this time but residents are advised not to bring vehicles back to low lying areas.

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(MANHATTAN, KS – 10:30 PM October 8, 2018) The National Weather Service has issued a flood warning for Riley County. Wildcat Creek is expected to rise above flood stage, reaching 21’ by 8:30 AM Wednesday morning. The Labor Day flood crest was 28’. Additional heavy rain is possible tonight and residents are encouraged to prepare for flooding in low lying areas.

No evacuations have been issued at this time but residents living near Wildcat Creek are being advised to move vehicles to higher ground. Officers from Riley County Police Department are going door to door to notify residents in Manhattan of the risk to vehicles.

No roads have been closed at this time. Emergency managers are monitoring water levels and are prepared to make closures if necessary. Do not drive through flooded roadways. The average automobile can be swept off the road in 12 inches of moving water, and roads covered by water are prone to collapse.