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Current risk outlook
Flooding and heavy rain risk for Harwood, MO.
Live conditions updated just now. Refreshes every 5–40 minutes.
This view focuses on street flooding, ponding in low-lying areas, and how heavy rain tends to behave around this city.
Live risk outlook
LOWLow
Next 6–24 hours: Today: Low (12/100) · Rain 4% · 0.0 in · Max wind 9 to 13 mph.
3 active alerts nearby.
Sources: NOAA, NWS, SPC, NHC, FEMA, USGS.
Historical risk score
Long-term baseline derived from historical hazard activity.
34
/ 100
For typical homes located in Harwood, MO.
Baseline context
FEMA NFHL flood zones: 3 features intersect this tile.
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City snapshot
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Local historical hazard map
Harwood, MO
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Live flood alerts & official forecast (NWS)
Forecast office: SGF · radar KEAX
Active alerts near Harwood
Flood Warning
Effective local time
Flood Warning issued June 14 at 4:37AM CDT until June 15 at 4:30AM CDT by NWS Springfield MO
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Many flood deaths occur in vehicles. In hilly terrain there are hundreds of low water crossings which are potentially dangerous in heavy rain. Do not attempt to cross flooded roads. Find an alternate route. Flooding is occurring or is imminent. It is important to know where you are relative to streams, rivers, or creeks which can become killers in heavy rains. Campers and hikers should avoid streams or creeks.
Flood Advisory
Effective local time
Flood Advisory issued June 13 at 11:35PM CDT until June 14 at 5:45AM CDT by NWS Springfield MO
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Many flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Flood Watch
Effective local time
Flood Watch issued June 13 at 8:33AM CDT until June 14 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Springfield MO
You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.
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Flood intelligence snapshot
FEMA flood zones (NFHL)
Dominant zone: X (95% of features)
SFHA share: 5% (feature-weighted)
NFHL features in tile: 301
Tile risk label: Low
Source: FEMA NFHL (MapServer).
Nearest river gauge (USGS)
No nearby USGS gauges reporting right now.
Source: USGS NWIS (instant values).
Soil saturation (model)
Soil moisture: 29% volumetric
Last 24h rain: 0.19 in
Updated: local time
Source: Open-Meteo soil model (proxy).
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5-day flood & rain outlook
Today
LOWRain chance: 4% · 0.0 in
Max wind: 9 to 13 mph
Risk score: 12/100
Tomorrow
LOWRain chance: 2% · 0.0 in
Max wind: 2 to 6 mph
Risk score: 11/100
Tue
LOWRain chance: 28% · 0.0 in
Max wind: 7 to 12 mph
Risk score: 21/100
Wed
LOWRain chance: 27%
Max wind: 13 to 25 mph
Risk score: 21/100
Thu
MODERATERain chance: 73%
Max wind: 9 mph
Risk score: 39/100
Outlook blends NWS forecast, WPC QPF totals, and Excessive Rainfall Outlook categories.
Historical flooding exposure
Local flood data facts
Data from FEMA NFHL, USGS gauges, and Open-Meteo soil moisture.
Historical flooding exposure in Harwood
- Lowest-lying streets and drainage chokepoints tend to flood first during heavy rain.
- Long-duration rainfall can raise ponding risk even without a named storm.
- Local elevation and canal/river networks can amplify or reduce flood impacts.
Flood & storm risk FAQs for Harwood
Does Harwood flood often?
Flooding risk depends on elevation, drainage, and rainfall intensity. This model summarizes localized flood patterns from public datasets.
What causes street flooding without a storm surge?
Short bursts of heavy rain can overwhelm drains; longer events can saturate soils and keep water standing even after rain ends.