According to Pocahontas officials a mandatory evacuation has been issued for the east side of Pocahontas.
The Robil Addition and anything involved in the 2011 flood in particular is included in the evacuation.
Approximately 150+ residents may be displaced during the evacuation.
All residents and business owners have until 8:00 a.m. Tuesday to evacuate.
Breeches of the levee are predicted. Â The levee will be breached according to the county judge and that this will be worse than the 2011 flood.
The National Guard has a vehicle waiting to be dispatched in Jonesboro as needed. Local  Police and Emergency personnel  are bringing in their mobile unit.  The State Police helicopter is being brought in to monitor the levee.
The gas company is pulling meters out of the Robil addition.
Do not go into Pocahontas as they are experiencing traffic issues with people trying to evacuate.
Hwy 67 by Walmart is predicted to be shut down by noon tomorrow if flood waters continue to rise.
City crews are out filling sand bags but officials are not sure that sand bags will help with the expected flooding. Â The Mayor stated for people to stay out of east Pocahontas and for residents there to evacuate themselves and any possessions they can get out now.
Two shelter sites are being set up at the old hospital/nursing home and the community center. More information on this will be posted on the City of Pocahontas website.
All Founders Day plans are now cancelled.
Follow these basic guidelines for evacuation:
Plan places where your family will meet, both within and outside of your immediate neighborhood. Use the Family Emergency Plan to decide these locations before a disaster.
If you have a car, keep a full tank of gas in it if an evacuation seems likely. Keep a half tank of gas in it at all times in case of an unexpected need to evacuate. Gas stations may be closed during emergencies and unable to pump gas during power outages. Plan to take one car per family to reduce congestion and delay.
Become familiar with alternate routes and other means of transportation out of your area. Choose several destinations in different directions so you have options in an emergency.
Leave early enough to avoid being trapped by severe weather.
Follow recommended evacuation routes. Do not take shortcuts; they may be blocked.
Be alert for road hazards such as washed-out roads or bridges and downed power lines. Do not drive into flooded areas.
If you do not have a car, plan how you will leave if you have to. Make arrangements with family, friends or your local government.
Take your emergency supply kit unless you have reason to believe it has been contaminated.
Listen to a battery-powered radio and follow local evacuation instructions.
Take your pets with you, but understand that only service animals may be permitted in public shelters. Plan how you will care for your pets in an emergency.
If time allows:
Call or email the out-of-state contact in your family communications plan. Tell them where you are going.
Secure your home by closing and locking doors and windows.
Unplug electrical equipment such as radios, televisions and small appliances. Leave freezers and refrigerators plugged in unless there is a risk of flooding. If there is damage to your home and you are instructed to do so, shut off water, gas and electricity before leaving.
Leave a note telling others when you left and where you are going.
Wear sturdy shoes and clothing that provides some protection such as long pants, long-sleeved shirts and a cap.
Check with neighbors who may need a ride.