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...The flood warning continues for the following rivers in Louisiana... Tangipahoa River Near Robert affecting Tangipahoa Parish ...Flood Warning extended until Tuesday afternoon...The Flood Warning continues for The Tangipahoa River Near Robert.

* from Friday afternoon to Tuesday afternoon.

* At 7:30 PM Thursday the stage was 9.3 feet.

* Minor flooding is forecast.

* Flood stage is 15.0 feet.

* Forecast...Rise above flood stage by tomorrow afternoon and continue to rise to near 17.0 feet by early Sunday morning.The river is expected to fall below flood stage by late Tuesday morning.

* Impact...At 17.0 feet...Low places along Highway 22 south of Robert will be under water. Water will approach the entrance of Hidden Oaks Campground. Trailers at the camp ground will be unable to be moved out when the river reaches 18 feet.

* Impact...At 16.0 feet...Minor flooding near the river with beach areas under water.

* Impact...At 15.0 feet...Minor flooding near the river. &&

* AFFECTED AREAS: TANGIPAHOA

Instructions:

Forecast crests are based upon rainfall that has occurred along with anticipated rain for the next 12 hours. Adjustments to the forecasts will be made if additional heavy rainfall occurs. Do not drive cars through flooded areas. Remember, two feet of rushing water can carry away most vehicles including pickups. Turn around and don`t drown! A followup product will be issued later. Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio, local tv and radio stations...or your cable provider, for the latest information. The latest graphical hydrologic information can also be found at Weather.Gov.