The North Platte River will be rising in the next few days. It is projected to rise just below the major flood stage of seven feet. This will cause more widespread flooding of low lying and agricultural land along the north bank of the North Platte River from Highway 83 to approximately four miles west of Highway 83 south of North River Road. Water encroachment into some residences property begins along and south of North River Road. Water encroachment into low lying areas of Cody Park worsens.

Due to the high river levels, groundwater will be pushed up in spots, causing some pooling and flooding.

The North Platte/Lincoln County Emergency Management office, the City of North Platte and the County of Lincoln, are collaborating with other agencies and monitoring this situation as it progresses.

Sandbags may be purchased by the public at Menards, with some possibly available through Orscheln and the Do-It-Center.

They are asking the public to notify their office if any flooding over roads is seen. Also, if the public is incurring flooding from the river, not groundwater, please let their office know.

The North Platte/Lincoln County Emergency Management office can be reached at 308-532-7383.