Des Moines County, IA
Alerts
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In effect from Saturday 06/13 7:00 AM CDT – Saturday 06/13 9:00 PM CDT
Issued by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Iowa
Skunk River at Augusta affecting Henry IA, Des Moines and Lee Counties.
What
Minor flooding is forecast.
Where
Skunk River at Augusta.
When
From Saturday morning to late Saturday evening.
Impacts
At 15.0 feet, Water overflows the south river bank near the Perkins Road bridge at Augusta.
Additional Details
- At 6:45 PM CDT Thursday the stage was 10.3 feet and rising rapidly. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 15.0 feet Saturday morning. It will then fall below flood stage early Saturday afternoon. - Flood stage is 15.0 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 evening at 800 PM CDT.
Areas Impacted
- Des Moines, IA
- Henry, IA
- Lee, 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
Heavy T-Storms Continue East of the Mississippi
Created by the NWS Quad Cities WFO
Continued rounds of thunderstorms pose a flash flooding threat in far eastern Iowa, northwestern Illinois, and the tri-state point of Iowa, Missouri, and Illinois. While the severe threat is decreasing this evening, a few brief tornadoes, gusty winds, and small hail cannot be ruled out. Do not drive on flooded roadways!
Seven-day Weather Risk Overview
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