Fingers Crossed

When the forecast is for heavy rains, sometimes at rates of 1 inch or more per hour, and the river is already at a high level. This causes some concern.

I believe we will not have any issues with this rain event. The river at this point is handling the rain and runoff like a trooper.

Last night before midnight the river peaked at 5.61 feet. This morning the river had dropped to 5.29 feet. The direction will change again with today's downfalls, but we do not believe we will have any major issues.

This is a fine example of the importance of the River Gauges. When you look out over the river, you do not notice these small changes. These are important indicators on how well your day is going to go, and indicates if you need to break out the blood pressure medicine or not.

Some numbers to ponder.

At 7 feet, the low areas through out the woods, along he river fill with water. This happens a few times a year and the ducks and geese enjoy swimming up to the backyard and swimming through the woods.

At 8 feet, the water has turned the house into a island. Most of the yard is underwater and the water flows deep over the road. The ducks and geese swim up to the house for lunch.

At 10 feet, the cellar is filling with water and since my hair is already grey, it now falls out.

At 12 feet. As it was on 10/15/05. All is lost, and the ducks and geese are taking a leisurely swim Through the house.