HOLLAND (WHTC-AM/FM) — Ottawa County is currently experiencing minor inland flooding caused by heavy rainfall, according to Emergency Manager Nick Bonstell.
A flood warning has been issued for the Grand River, which will reach minor flood stage in Robinson Township. The Grand River is expected to crest around 13.8 feet by New Year’s Day.
As of 1 p.m, Monday, Dec. 30, 2019, the Grand River USGS was reading 12.75 feet. The county drains and smaller creeks are very full and have heavy flow.
WHAT TO EXPECT
- Expect standing water in low lying and flood prone areas.
- Expect flooding near the Grand River throughout the week.
WHO TO CONTACT
- Only call 9-1-1 to report emergencies.
- Contact 2-1-1 for non-emergency assistance or to report damage Monday through Friday 8 a.m. tthrough 4:30 p.m.
SELF REPORTING DAMAGE ASSESSMENT TOOL
- You can now self-report any damage to your structure to the link below. This is a non-emergency link for reporting flooding affects: http://arcg.is/15f0zT
MORE INFORMATIONBonstell said more information will be released as the river crests, but encouraged people to continue to monitoring radio, Ottawa County Emergency Management’s Facebook page, and other public safety resources for information.
