Flooding along the Maple River remained a problem Monday afternoon, forcing the closure of portions of West Maple Rapids Road and its bridge west of downtown Maple Rapids.
- Maple River flooding has closed portions of West Maple Rapids Road and its bridge.
- A National Weather Service flood warning remains in effect for the area through Sunday.
- Local residents and commuters are navigating detours, delays and some flooded basements.
WATCH: Maple River flooding closes roads and bridges around Maple Rapids
Maple River flooding closes roads and bridges around Maple Rapids
According to the National Weather Service, a flood warning is in effect through Sunday.
Neighbors I talked with in the area say they are working through the road closures and water as best they can. For many who live and work here, flooding is a familiar challenge, especially during periods of heavy rain.
Maple Rapids neighbor Mariah Leiby owns Dewey’s Trading Post downtown…