Muscatine County, IA
Alerts
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In effect from Saturday 06/13 3:00 AM CDT – Monday 06/15 3:00 AM CDT
Issued by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
The National Weather Service in Quad Cities IA IL has issued a Flood Warning for the following rivers in Iowa
Cedar River near Conesville affecting Louisa and Muscatine Counties.
What
Minor flooding is forecast.
Where
Cedar River near Conesville.
When
From late tonight to early Monday morning.
Impacts
At 13.5 feet, Water affects yards and access roads of residences along Iowa Highway 22. Water affects the lowest sections of campgrounds just north of I-80 along the river and the lowest sections of Jack Shuger Memorial Park in Moscow. Water is also on 152nd Street north of County Road F70.
Additional Details
- At 9:00 AM CDT Friday the stage was 12.1 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage late tonight to a crest of 13.4 feet early tomorrow afternoon. It will then fall below flood stage Sunday evening. - Flood stage is 13.0 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 Saturday morning at 1000 AM CDT.
Areas Impacted
- Louisa, IA
- Muscatine, 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.
Briefing
From the Forecaster
Saturday Storms, Otherwise Nice into Next Week
Created by the NWS Quad Cities WFO
We have some really fantastic weather ahead into early next week with largely pleasant and comfortable conditions. The only blemish in the forecast is a return of storms on Saturday, some of which could be severe in the afternoon and evening.
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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