Heavy rains and melting snow combine to cause flooding throughout Elmore County

Flooding remains a concern for the residents living in the vicinity of Beaman Road north of Mountain Home. In addition, flooding was reported in Glenns Ferry and Oasis.

Warmer weather, rain,and melting snow continue to cause flooding across Elmore County with the communities of Oasis and Glenns Ferry directly affected along with subdivisions on Beaman Road.

Mountain Home has seen minimal flooding, which is currently under control at the present time, according to Elmore County Sheriff Mike Hollinshead.

"Most likely, we're going to be getting more flooding with the amount of melting snow, rain and warmer temperatures," Hollinshead said. "Water can rise very quickly in a matter of minutes in low-lying areas because there is no place for it to go."

The sheriff urged local residents to check the drains in front of their property to ensure they are not blocked.

"Our priority is your safety, so it's important to me that you feel safe," said Hollinshead, who urged people to call 911 if they have an emergency.

To help people combat the flooding the city public works department has a limited number of sandbags available. Residents can pick them up at the public works office at 1150 South Main.

In addition, public works has a large pile of sand available for residents to use once the available sandbags run out. People will need to bring their own sandbags and shovels. For more information, call public works at 587-2108.

In related news, local road crews continue to work to keep the flooding under control. Local law enforcement officials ask people to remain patient as these crews continue to work.

The flood news comes shortly after the National Weather Service issued a flood warning for northeastern Elmore County until 10:45 a.m. Friday due to anticipated rain and above-freezing temperatures that is rapidly melting the snow pack across the area.

On Wednesday, flooding was reported in the Tipanuk area with rain expected to turn to snow in elevations above 7,000 feet in the mountains across the northern half of the county, said Elmore County Undersheriff Greg Berry.