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Flood Warning issued April 30 at 2:36AM PDT by NWS Elko NV ...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Nevada... Humboldt River At Comus affecting Humboldt County. For the Lower Humboldt...including Palisade, Battle Mountain, Comus...Minor flooding is forecast. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Humboldt River at Comus. * WHEN...Until further notice. * IMPACTS...At 10.5 feet, Moderate Flood Stage. Moderate lowland flooding throughout the reach, with some rural roads flooded. Minor flooding in the lower parts of Winnemucca with storm drain backups. Main area impacted is between the Union Pacific Railroad and Second street beneath Interstate 80. Property damage in Winnemucca is minimal. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 2:15 AM PDT Tuesday the stage was 9.5 feet. - Bankfull stage is 8.5 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to 10.3 feet Friday evening. Additional rises are possible thereafter. - Flood stage is 9.5 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 10.4 feet on 04/03/1993. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks. Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov. The next statement will be issued this afternoon at 500 PM PDT.