Sat Apr 05 19:00:00 UTC 2025: ## Ohio River Expected to Reach Near-Record Flood Stage in Louisville
**LOUISVILLE, KY [Date]** – Persistent heavy rain throughout the weekend has prompted widespread flood concerns across the WLKY viewing area. The National Weather Service has issued flood warnings and watches as area rivers and waterways are expected to overflow their banks.
The Ohio River at the McAlpine Upper gauge in Louisville is projected to crest around 35.6 feet by Wednesday, according to the National Water Prediction Service. This would mark the river’s highest level since 2018 (35.7 feet) and place it among its top ten highest crests ever recorded. This compares to a February crest of 28.3 feet, which was classified as minor flooding.
The amount of rainfall in Indiana and Ohio in the coming days will be crucial in determining the final crest height, as runoff from those states feeds into the Ohio River. Louisville has already deployed flood walls, including the one under the Second Street Bridge, in anticipation of the rising water. Total rainfall accumulation from Wednesday to Sunday is forecast to reach between 5 and 10 inches across the region.
Residents are urged to heed flood safety precautions. [Optional: Include a brief reminder of flood safety tips, or a link to a relevant resource if space allows.]
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