...FLOOD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL THURSDAY MORNING...
Expires: Thursday, October 8 at 7:30 am
WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast.
WHERE...Cedar River near Conesville.
WHEN...Until Thursday morning.
IMPACTS...At 14.2 feet, Water affects Lindle Avenue and Keokuk Avenue, both near Saulsbury Park.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 7:00 PM CDT Thursday the stage was 12.9 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage late this evening to a crest of 14.2 feet early Monday afternoon. It will then fall below flood stage late Wednesday evening. - Flood stage is 13.0 feet.
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars through flooded areas. Stay tuned to further developments by listening to your local radio, television, or NOAA Weather Radio for further information. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov
...FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1130 AM CDT FRIDAY...
Expires: Friday, October 2 at 11:30 am
WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues.
WHERE...Muscatine County in east central Iowa... Louisa County in southeastern Iowa... Washington County in southeastern Iowa...
WHEN...Until 1130 AM CDT Friday.
IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Numerous roads remain closed due to flooding. Streams continue to rise due to excess runoff from earlier rainfall. Low-water crossings are inundated with water and may not be passable. Expect many areas of slow moving or standing water.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 915 PM CDT, Local law enforcement reported several roads either partially inundated, or totally inundated with standing water and some are closed.
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads. Please report observed flooding to local emergency services or law enforcement and request they pass this information to the National Weather Service when you can do so safely.
