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Flood Warning
The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Iowa Iowa River at Marengo affecting Iowa and Benton Counties.
: The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Iowa North Skunk River near Sigourney affecting Keokuk County. .Heavy rainfall that fell the past few days is expected to bring minor flooding to the North Skunk River near Sigourney and the Iowa River at Marengo.
What: Minor flooding is forecast.
Where: Iowa River at Marengo.
When: Until Tuesday morning.
Impacts: At 16.0 feet, Water affects agricultural land along the river. Water is several feet deep in places.
Additional Details: - At 8:00 PM CST Wednesday the stage was 14.9 feet. - ForecastThe river is expected to rise above flood stage tomorrow morning to a crest of 15.9 feet early Saturday morning. It will then fall below flood stage early Tuesday morning. - Flood stage is 15.0 feet.
Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars through flooded areas. Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks. The next statement will be issued by Thursday evening.