Keokuk County, IA
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In effect from Wednesday 11/04 12:00 PM CST – Saturday 11/07 5:00 PM CST
Issued by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
The National Weather Service in Quad Cities has issued a Flood Warning 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.
What
Minor flooding is forecast.
Where
North Skunk River near Sigourney.
When
From Wednesday afternoon to Saturday afternoon.
Impacts
At 18.0 feet, Water affects most agricultural land near Sigourney.
Additional Details
- At 7:30 PM CST Tuesday the stage was 13.7 feet. - Forecast...The river will rise above flood stage early tomorrow afternoon to 16.7 feet Thursday morning. It will then fall Thursday evening. It will rise to 17.2 feet Friday evening. It will then fall below flood stage late Saturday morning. - Flood stage is 16.0 feet.
What to Do
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 Wednesday evening.
Areas Impacted
- Keokuk, 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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