The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Massachusetts. Taunton River Near Bridgewater affecting Plymouth and Bristol Counties. For the Taunton River. including Bridgewater. Minor flooding is forecast. * WHAT. Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE. Taunton River near Bridgewater. * WHEN. Until late tonight. * IMPACTS. At 8.0 feet, Backwater flooding from the Taunton River will cause flooding of lower Purchade Brook in Middleboro. This will cause Woloski Park to become impassable by most vehicles. Beware of the dangers of crossing flooded roadways. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS. - At 6:45 AM EDT Saturday the stage was 8.5 feet. - Bankfull stage is 8.0 feet. - Recent Activity. The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 6:45 AM EDT Saturday was 8.5 feet. - Forecast. The river is expected to rise to a crest of 8.5 feet this morning. It will then fall below flood stage late this evening. - Flood stage is 8.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
