Flood Advisory — Dickinson County, Kansas
Minor flooding is expected — not severe enough for a warning, but potentially inconvenient or hazardous for travel.
Current Status
🌊 Active: Flood Advisory
Flood Advisory issued August 7 at 12:49AM CDT until August 7 at 3:45AM CDT by NWS Topeka KS
* WHAT...Urban area and small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...Northeastern Dickinson County in central Kansas... Southwestern Geary County in east central Kansas... * WHEN...Until 345 AM CDT. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Dangerous flows over low-water crossings. Water over roadways. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1249 AM CDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. This will cause urban and small stream flooding. Between 1 and 2 inches of rain have fallen. - Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are expected over the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Junction City, Grandview Plaza and Chapman.
Effective August 7, 2026 at 1:49 AM ET · Expires August 7, 2026 at 4:45 AM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Flood Advisory
Severity
minor
Issued By
NWS Topeka KS
Expires
August 7, 2026 at 4:45 AM ET
Last Checked
2 minutes ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding.
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This same Flood Advisory also covers:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Flood Advisory mean for Dickinson County, Kansas?
Minor flooding is expected — not severe enough for a warning, but potentially inconvenient or hazardous for travel.
Is this Flood Advisory currently active?
Yes — this alert is active as of our last check (2 minutes ago). It's set to expire August 7, 2026 at 4:45 AM ET.
How do I get notified about Flood Advisory alerts for Dickinson County?
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Flood Advisory is also in effect for Geary County.