ST. CHARLES COUNTY, Mo. — Flooding has prompted voluntary evacuations orders for Portage des Sioux, West Alton and Orchard Farm, and the St. Charles County Police Department has restricted access to these areas as of Saturday afternoon.
The department said in a public safety advisory that conditions are unsafe and it is urging people to stay away from flooded areas. The department said no one should try to enter the areas by vehicle, boat or any other means.
Police are watching the area closely and will arrest anyone who attempts to get into vacated residences and businesses without authorization.
