The rain is causing some standing water in some area of the city. These are the areas affected by high water as of May 1 at 11 a.m.:
– The 100 block of Chicago Avenue and the 100 block of Huron Street are being closed due to flooding and high water. Please DO NOT drive through streets with high water. If you have an emergency, call 911.
– One lane of S. 8th Street has been reopened after being closed on Friday due to a damaged sewer line. The weather has caused issues with soil compaction. At this time there is no estimate of when the road will fully reopen.
– The trail at Fidler Pond Park has been closed on the east side due to the trail being washed out by the rain. There is no estimated time for when the trail will be reopened.
– Parts of Shanklin, Rogers and Oakridge parks have standing water. It may take a while for the water to recede.
– Though the other trails remain open, trail users should be aware that there may be standing water in portions of them.