High water levels along the Missouri River will persist at least through the first week of June, according to the National Weather Service.Moderate flooding along the low-lying areas of Warren County has kept portions of Highway 94 underwater for more than a week, closed several nearby county roads and has almost threatened to close Highway 47.As of Friday morning, May 31, the National Weather Service shows the depth of the Missouri River at Washington to be 27.8 feet, almost 8 feet above flood stage. After recent rains, the river level is expected to crest at 28.8 feet on Tuesday morning.Highway 47 begins flooding at 29 feet, according to the weather service. That is not expected to happen under the current forecast.The long-term forecast for the river shows water dropping below moderate flood stage (28 feet) around midday Wednesday, June 5, and then falling quickly over the next week. The current prediction anticipates the Missouri River dropping below the 20 feet minor flood stage on June 10.However, possible thunderstorms are forecast for Saturday, June 1, and throughout the following week. Heavier than expected rainfall could impact the flood forecast.Drivers are warned to never cross over flooded roads. The water may be too deep to drive safely, or could be hiding unseen road damage that can strand a vehicle. If a roadway is closed, do not move or drive around the barriers. The Warren County Sheriff's Department is warning that it will issue tickets to anyone who ignores road barriers and forces emergency crews to come rescue them. For up-to-date information about flood-related road closures, check the Warren County Emergency Management Agency Facebook page, www.facebook.com/WcmoEMA.Street FloodingKSwinicki