Iowa County, IA
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In effect from Wednesday 11/04 5:08 AM CST – Wednesday 11/04 8:45 PM CST
Issued by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Iowa
Iowa River at Marengo affecting Benton and Iowa Counties.
What
Minor flooding is forecast.
Where
Iowa River at Marengo.
When
From late tonight until further notice.
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 Tuesday the stage was 13.6 feet. - Forecast...The river will rise above flood stage late tonight to 16.5 feet Friday evening. It will then fall early Monday morning. It will rise to 16.4 feet Tuesday, November 10. It will then fall again but remain above flood stage. - Flood stage is 15.0 feet.
What to Do
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 Wednesday evening.
Areas Impacted
- Benton, IA
- Iowa, IA
Tips to Stay Safe
A Flood Warning means that dangerous flooding is expected or already happening. Take immediate action to protect yourself and your home.
- If your home is likely to flood, or if authorities tell you to evacuate, do so immediately and move to higher ground.
- Never walk, swim, or drive through flood waters or flooded roads.
- Stay away from areas where water levels can rise rapidly, like storm drains, culverts, creeks and streams.
- If you are trapped in a building, move to the highest floor and call 911. Go to the roof only if necessary.
- Do not go into any room where electrical cords or outlets are under water. Stay out of water that may have electricity in it!
- If your vehicle is trapped in rapidly moving water, stay inside. If water is rising inside the vehicle, move to the roof and signal for help.
Briefings
From the Forecaster
Unsettled Weather Continues
Created by the NWS Quad Cities WFO
A storm system will continue to bring unsettled weather to the area over the next several days. Showers will end tonight. Scattered light showers and breezy conditions are expected Wednesday, with additional showers expected through Friday. Following passage of this storm system, cooler temperatures are expected.
Seven-day Weather Risk Overview
The graphic shows the daily risk summary for 7 days. Daily risk is based on highest risk factor for that day.
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