Sam Graves Offers Guidance as Flood Warnings are Posted Across North Missouri
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Sam Graves (MO-06) issued the following statement in response to flood events occurring across North Missouri. With River Flood Warnings in place from Kansas City to Hannibal, multiple organizations and agencies are making resources available to those affected by possible flooding.
"Missourians spend hours and hours doing the hard work that is necessary to prepare for potential flooding, but unfortunately our efforts are sometimes not enough," Rep. Graves said. "Floods have a painful impact on entire communities, but they are particularly devastating for those directly affected by rising waters, damaged homes, and destroyed crops."
"With Flood Warnings in place across North Missouri on both the Missouri and Mississippi Rivers, I want everyone to be aware of the resources that are available in case a significant flooding event occurs," Rep. Graves continued. "My thoughts and prayers are with all of those in harm's way."
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Emergency Operations Center in Kansas City is on Level III Emergency Watch for the Missouri River. A flood emergency has been declared, which opens the door for assistance through Public Law 84-99 for damage that meets certain qualifications under the levee rehab program.
Levee sponsors will receive a letter from the Corps when an end to the emergency has been declared, explaining how to request assistance through the rehab program. Until then, those affected by flooding on the Missouri River can report damage and request assistance from the US Army Corps of Engineers' Emergency Operation Center at (816) 426-6320.
On the Mississippi River, Hannibal, Canton, Louisiana and multiple points south are under Flood Warnings issued by the National Weather Service. Those affected by flooding on the Upper Mississippi can reach the Corps' St. Louis District Emergency Management office at (314) 331-8605.
Additionally, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has an Emergency Management Branch, intended to provide for the District's preparedness, emergency response and recovery activities. Visit their webpage for more information on:
- Conducting Flood Fighting Operations
- Sandbagging Techniques
- River Stage Graphs
- Lake Level Information
Finally, the Missouri Department of Public Safety and State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) has a website with helpful information on the following:
- Tips on what to do before, during, and after a flood
- Direct assistance links to the American Red Cross and a number of organizations
- A glossary of terms used to identify flood hazards you may hear from the National and Local Weather Services
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