摘要: |
The Corps of Engineers said it increased releases to the Missouri River system from Gavins Point Dam from 17,000 cubic feet per second (cfs.) to 19,000 cfs. beginning noon February 5. The releases were in response to the same influx of cold arctic temperatures that have caused freezing in the Upper Mississippi and Illinois rivers. The National Weather Service's forecast indicates the lower Missouri River basin will experience extreme cold temperatures for seven to 10 days. The much colder temperatures have the potential to cause or exacerbate ice formation on tributaries and the mainstem of the lower Missouri River. |