Station Name: WHITE RIVER ABOVE PETERSBURG, IN
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov

Elevation Above Sea Level: 420 feet

Nearest Address:
6925 SR-57
Petersburg, IN 47567
Pike County

GPS Coordinates: 38.52838237, -87.2539017

Nearby Water Temperatures

Special Weather Statement issued June 10 at 1:37AM CDT by NWS Paducah KY

Effective: Wed June 10, 2026, 2:37 AM
Expires: Wed June 10, 2026, 2:00 PM

Today is expected to be the second of three days with high temperatures stretching into the low to mid 90s with oppressive humidity values. Heat index values of 100 to 105 are forecast area wide. With this being the first strong heat wave of the season be particularly alert to heat related illness potential and take the necessary action to protect yourself.

Special Weather Statement issued June 10 at 6:47AM EDT by NWS Indianapolis IN

Effective: Wed June 10, 2026, 6:47 AM
Expires: Wed June 10, 2026, 3:00 PM

Early season heat is upon us, with forecasted high temperatures for today and Thursday near 90 degrees. Dew points into the 70s will bring heat indices to between 95 to 104 degree range during peak heating both days. Use the following safety tips for facing the heat safely: * Stay hydrated, avoiding alcohol and drinks with heavy caffeine or sugar. * Dress in loose fitting clothing, light in color. * Take advantage of shade and air conditioning when possible. * Take frequent breaks when working outdoors. * Beware that automobiles heat up very quickly, thus pets and children should not be left in parked vehicles for any length of time. * Vulnerable populations are particularly at risk: elderly, infants, and people with chronic medical conditions. For more information about heat, visit weather.gov/safety/heat.

Flood Warning issued June 10 at 1:21PM EDT until June 17 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Indianapolis IN

Effective: Wed June 10, 2026, 1:21 PM
Expires: Wed June 10, 2026, 11:15 PM

...The National Weather Service in Indianapolis IN has issued a Flood Warning for the following rivers in Illinois...Indiana... Wabash River at Hutsonville Legacy Power Plant Site. Wabash River at Terre Haute. Wabash River at Riverton. .Heavy rainfall of upwards of six inches since Saturday night in the Wabash basin is bringing minor flooding to portions of the Wabash River. Lowland minor flooding is expected from Montezuma through Riverton. The Wabash is expected to crest at Montezuma on Friday afternoon. Downstream at Riverton, minor flooding is expected to continue well into next week. * WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Wabash River at Hutsonville Legacy Power Plant Site. * WHEN...From this evening to Wednesday, June 17. * IMPACTS...At 18.0 feet, Seep water occurs behind levees on Indiana side. Hutson Creek begins to overflow from backwater. Old Darwin Road and a few rural roads in eastern Clark and Crawford counties in Illinois are impassable. Low agricultural land floods. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - There is no current observed data. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage late this evening to a crest of 17.5 feet Sunday morning. It will then fall below flood stage Wednesday, June 17. - Flood stage is 16.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars through flooded areas. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov/ind. The next statement should be issued this evening by around 1115 PM EDT /1015 PM CDT/.

Flood Warning issued June 10 at 1:21PM EDT until June 17 at 11:00PM EDT by NWS Indianapolis IN

Effective: Wed June 10, 2026, 1:21 PM
Expires: Wed June 10, 2026, 11:15 PM

...The National Weather Service in Indianapolis IN has issued a Flood Warning for the following rivers in Illinois...Indiana... Wabash River at Hutsonville Legacy Power Plant Site. Wabash River at Terre Haute. Wabash River at Riverton. .Heavy rainfall of upwards of six inches since Saturday night in the Wabash basin is bringing minor flooding to portions of the Wabash River. Lowland minor flooding is expected from Montezuma through Riverton. The Wabash is expected to crest at Montezuma on Friday afternoon. Downstream at Riverton, minor flooding is expected to continue well into next week. * WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Wabash River at Riverton. * WHEN...From Thursday morning to Wednesday, June 17. * IMPACTS...At 16.0 feet, Some agricultural lands underwater. A few rural roads in Crawford County, Illinois close as water backs up Minnow Slough. High water affects campground at Leaverton Park in Palestine. A few private roads near the Gill Township levee in Sullivan County may flood. Water level is at the top of most makeshift levees. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1:00 PM EDT Wednesday /12:00 PM CDT Wednesday/ the stage was 12.4 feet. - Forecast...The river will rise above flood stage tomorrow morning to 16.1 feet early Monday morning. It will then fall early Monday afternoon. It will rise to 16.1 feet Monday evening. It will then fall below flood stage Wednesday, June 17. - Flood stage is 15.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars through flooded areas. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov/ind. The next statement should be issued this evening by around 1115 PM EDT /1015 PM CDT/.

Special Weather Statement issued June 10 at 12:17PM EDT by NWS Louisville KY

Effective: Wed June 10, 2026, 12:17 PM
Expires: Wed June 10, 2026, 11:00 PM

The combination of temperatures in the upper 80s and low 90s combined with high humidity will result in peak afternoon heat index values in the 100 to 105 degree range each afternoon Today and Thursday. Early season stretches of heat and humidity can catch folks off guard if they are unprepared. If planning to be outdoors for extended periods drink plenty of water, where light and loose clothing, and take frequent breaks.