Apr 21, 2023
A strong spring storm in the middle of April provided over 20 of snow on a deeper than average snowpack in central to northern Wisconsin, quickly followed by anomalously warm temperatures and rapid melting. The Yellow River at Necedah slowly rose and crested at 15.93 ft during the afternoon of April 22nd, which is 0.93 ft above flood stage. Lesser crests of 15.14 ft, 15.52 ft, and 15.66 ft were recorded on April 21st, April 23rd, and April 24th, respectively. The combination of this strong spri
Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 1096449). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.
This event is one of many recorded floods in Juneau County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.