Madatory Evacuation In South Norfolk
NORFOLK - Record flooding continues on the Elkhorn River at Norfolk. The National Weather Service has predicted a crest of 17 feet 1 inch at 10:00 p.m. The Elkhorn levee is at 17 feet. Norfolk officials says if this crest is reached, there will be the potential for major flooding of all the areas south of Omaha Avenue, in particular the area south of Monroe Avenue. The City of Norfolk Emergency Operation Center is advising a mandatory evacuation of the area south of Washington Avenue and recommending evacuation of the area south of Omaha Avenue. A Red Cross shelter remains open at the city auditorium.
