Active AlertsMuscatine

Flood Warning

Issued at Fri 9:41 AM Oct. 2
Issued by: National Weather Service
Description

The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Iowa Cedar River near Conesville affecting Louisa and Muscatine Counties. Iowa River at Oakville affecting Louisa County. Iowa River at Wapello affecting Louisa County. Iowa River near Lone Tree affecting Washington, Johnson and Louisa Counties. English River at Kalona affecting Washington and Johnson Counties.
: The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Iowa Iowa River at Marengo affecting Benton and Iowa Counties.
What: Minor flooding is occurring and will continue.
Where: Cedar River near Conesville.
When: Until late Wednesday night.
Impacts: At 14.5 feet, water affects residences along Iowa Highway 22. Water affects Hoot Owl Jct and Elder Avenue south of Iowa Highway 22.
Additional Details: - At 9:00 AM CDT Friday the stage was 13.6 feet. - ForecastThe river is expected to rise to a crest of 14.4 feet Monday morning. It will then fall below flood stage Wednesday evening. - Flood stage is 13.0 feet.

Recommended Action

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. The next statement will be issued by Saturday morning.

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