Clinton County, IA
Alerts
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In effect from Thursday 06/11 9:52 AM CDT – Friday 06/12 10:00 AM CDT
Issued by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Iowa
Maquoketa River near Maquoketa affecting Jackson County.
Cedar River near Conesville affecting Louisa and Muscatine Counties.
Iowa River near Lone Tree affecting Louisa, Washington and Johnson Counties.
English River at Kalona affecting Washington and Johnson Counties.
Skunk River at Augusta affecting Henry IA, Des Moines and Lee Counties.
Wapsipinicon River near De Witt 4S affecting Scott and Clinton Counties.
The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Illinois
Rock River near Joslin affecting Henry IL, Rock Island and Whiteside Counties.
Rock River at Moline affecting Henry IL and Rock Island Counties.
.Several rounds of heavy rainfall will produce flooding on several tributary rivers.
What
Minor flooding is occurring and major flooding is forecast. This approaches the flood of record.
Where
Wapsipinicon River near De Witt 4S.
When
Until further notice.
Impacts
At 13.0 feet, Water affects many residences along the river.
Additional Details
- At 9:30 AM CDT Thursday the stage was 11.1 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 9:30 AM CDT Thursday was 11.1 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 13.0 feet early Saturday afternoon. - Flood stage is 11.0 feet.
What to Do
Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars through flooded areas.
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
The next statement will be issued by Friday morning at 1000 AM CDT.
Areas Impacted
- Clinton, IA
- Scott, 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 Thursday 06/11 7:33 AM CDT – Thursday 06/11 3:00 PM CDT
Issued by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS ISSUED TORNADO WATCH 311 IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM CDT THIS AFTERNOON FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS
Areas Impacted
Counties in North Central Illinois
- Bureau
- Putnam
Counties in Northwest Illinois
- Carroll
- Henry Il
- Jo Daviess
- Mercer
- Rock Island
- Stephenson
- Whiteside
Counties in West Central Illinois
- Hancock
- Henderson
- Mcdonough
- Warren
Counties in East Central Iowa
- Benton
- Cedar
- Clinton
- Iowa
- Jackson
- Johnson
- Jones
- Linn
- Muscatine
- Scott
Counties in Northeast Iowa
- Buchanan
- Delaware
- Dubuque
Counties in Southeast Iowa
- Des Moines
- Henry Ia
- Jefferson
- Keokuk
- Lee
- Louisa
- Van Buren
- Washington
Counties in Northeast Missouri
- Clark
- Scotland
Including these cities
- Aledo
- Anamosa
- Bettendorf
- Burlington
- Carthage
- Cedar Rapids
- Clinton
- Credit Island
- Davenport
- Dubuque
- Fairfield
- Freeport
- Galena
- Geneseo
- Hennepin
- Independence
- Iowa City
- Kahoka
- Keokuk
- Keosauqua
- Macomb
- Manchester
- Maquoketa
- Marengo
- Memphis
- Moline
- Monmouth
- Mount Carroll
- Mount Pleasant
- Muscatine
- Oquawka
- Princeton
- Rock Island
- Sigourney
- Sterling
- Tipton
- Vinton
- Wapello
- Washington
In effect from Thursday 06/11 10:10 AM CDT – Thursday 06/11 7:00 PM CDT
Issued by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Several rounds of heavy rain producing thunderstorms will be seen across the watch area. Storms may redevelop over the same areas resulting torrential rainfall and possibly several inches of rain. Flash flooding will be possible through this evening.
What
Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible.
Where
Portions of Illinois, including the following areas, Bureau, Carroll, Hancock, Henderson, Henry IL, Jo Daviess, McDonough, Mercer, Putnam, Rock Island, Stephenson, Warren and Whiteside, Iowa, including the following areas, Benton, Buchanan, Cedar, Clinton, Delaware, Des Moines, Dubuque, Henry IA, Iowa, Jackson, Jefferson, Johnson, Jones, Keokuk, Lee, Linn, Louisa, Muscatine, Scott, Van Buren and Washington, and northeast Missouri, including the following areas, Clark and Scotland.
When
Until 7 PM CDT this evening.
Impacts
Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks.
What to Do
You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.
Areas Impacted
- Buchanan
- Delaware
- Dubuque
- Benton
- Linn
- Jones
- Jackson
- Iowa
- Johnson
- Cedar
- Clinton
- Muscatine
- Scott
- Keokuk
- Washington
- Louisa
- Jefferson
- Henry
- Des Moines
- Van Buren
- Lee
- Jo Daviess
- Stephenson
- Carroll
- Whiteside
- Rock Island
- Henry
- Bureau
- Putnam
- Mercer
- Henderson
- Warren
- Hancock
- McDonough
- Scotland
- Clark
Tips to Stay Safe
A Flood Watch means the area may experience a dangerous flooding event, and being prepared may save lives and property.
- Be aware of low-lying areas along your travel routes that are most likely to flood.
- Check your home’s emergency supplies, and make sure all members of the household know your emergency plan.
- Stay tuned for local weather updates on the situation as it develops.
If a Flood Warning is issued, it means that dangerous flooding is expected or already happening.
- 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 your home is likely to flood, or if authorities tell you to evacuate, do so immediately and move to higher ground.
Briefing
From the Forecaster
Severe Weather Risk Today
Created by the NWS Quad Cities WFO
An Enhanced Risk (level 3 of 5) for severe weather covers the entire area, as we're expecting additional rounds of storms capable of producing all hazards including tornadoes, damaging winds and large hail. Be sure to have multiple ways to receive warnings and stay weather aware! Storms will likely be fast moving and offer much less time than usual to act.
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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