Appanoose County, IA
Alerts
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In effect from Friday 06/12 3:10 AM CDT – Friday 06/12 5:22 PM CDT
Issued by NWS Des Moines IA
The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Iowa
Chariton River near Chariton affecting Monroe, Lucas, Appanoose and Wayne Counties.
What
Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
Where
The Chariton River near Chariton, or from Wolf Creek to Rathbun Reservoir.
When
Until late this afternoon.
Impacts
At 19.8 feet, Water affects 450th St.
Additional Details
- At 2:45 AM CDT Friday the stage was 20.0 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 20.2 feet this morning. It will then fall below flood stage late this morning. - Flood stage is 19.5 feet.
What to Do
Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding.
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
For the latest stream observations and forecasts refer to weather.gov/desmoines/water.
River forecasts include observed precipitation plus forecast precipitation over the next 24 hours.
Areas Impacted
- Appanoose, IA
- Lucas, IA
- Monroe, IA
- Wayne, 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.
In effect from Friday 06/12 3:13 AM CDT – Friday 06/12 9:15 AM CDT
Issued by NWS Des Moines IA
What
Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues.
Where
A portion of south central Iowa, including the following counties, Appanoose, Lucas, Monroe and Wayne.
When
Until 915 AM CDT Friday.
Impacts
Numerous roads remain closed due to flooding. Streams continue to rise due to excess runoff from earlier rainfall.
Additional Details
- At 313 AM CDT, Very heavy rainfall fell across the warned area on Thursday. Between 3 and 6 inches of rain have fallen. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Chariton, Albia, Eddyville, Rathbun Lake, Lake Sundown, Moravia, Russell, Lovilia, Williamson, Melrose, Unionville, Millerton, Honey Creek State Park, Red Haw Lake State Park, Albia Municipal Airport and Chariton Municipal Airport.
What to Do
For the latest stream observations and forecasts refer to weather.gov/desmoines/water.
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Areas Impacted
- Appanoose, IA
- Lucas, IA
- Monroe, IA
- Wayne, 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
Pleasant Friday Weather
Created by the NWS Des Moines WFO
Friday will be mild and dry with low dewpoints and plenty of sunshine.
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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