Active AlertsElwood, IA

Flood Warning

Issued at Sun 10:26 AM Apr. 12
Issued by: National Weather Service
Description

The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Iowa Wapsipinicon River near De Witt 4S affecting Clinton and Scott Counties. 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 at Marengo affecting Benton and Iowa Counties.
What: Moderate flooding is occurring.
Where: Wapsipinicon River near De Witt 4S.
When: Until early Thursday morning.
Impacts: At 12.0 feet, overbank flooding occurs. Water affects residences along the river between Wheatland and Calamus. Water affects businesses along the river near Calamus.
Additional Details: - At 9:30 AM CDT Sunday the stage was 12.4 feet. - Recent ActivityThe maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 9:30 AM CDT Sunday was 12.4 feet. - ForecastThe river is expected to crest at 12.4 feet today. It will then fall below flood stage Wednesday morning. - Flood stage is 11.0 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. The next statement will be issued by Monday morning at 700 AM CDT.

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