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As if the flooded roads were not enough of a problem, part of Okmulgee County is facing a lack of water. |
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Residents of Okmulgee County Rural Water District No 21 may collect water at either of these two locations. Residences will need to provide their own containers.  For more information, call Dist. 21 at (918) 652-7300. Around 250 customers are affected by the breaks.Even though water is starting to recede throughout the area, there is still the danger of flooded roads. Okmulgee County Emergency Management Services director Timothy Craighton is urging caution throughout the long holiday weekend and throughout the week. The Deep Fork River has crested but a number of tributaries including Coal Creek east of Henryetta are still backed up. "If you encounter flood waters, remember, turn around, don’t drown," he said.Even though water is starting to recede throughout the area, there is still the danger of flooded roads. Okmulgee County Emergency Management Services director Timothy Craighton is urging caution throughout the long holiday weekend and throughout the week. The Deep Fork River has crested but a number of tributaries including Coal Creek east of Henryetta are still backed up. "If you encounter flood waters, remember, turn around, don’t drown," he said. "Driving through a flooded area can be extremely hazardous. Almost half of all flash flood deaths happen in vehicles. When in your car, look out for flooding in low lying areas, at bridges, and at highway dips. As little as six inches of water may cause you to lose control of your vehicle. He urged motorists to be prepared to take detours and adjust your route due to road closures if there is standing water. County commissioner James Connor said his crews were just getting a handle on some of the damage resulting from the floods early last summer. "We have several culverts washed out and a lot of debris washed up on roads again," he added. That cleanup will be going on for a number of weeks. |
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