CLINTON; SCOTT — ...The Flood Watch is extended for the following rivers in Iowa...
Wapsipinicon River near De Witt 4S affecting Scott and Clinton Counties.
* WHAT...Flooding is possible.
* WHERE...Wapsipinicon River near De Witt 4S.
* WHEN...From Sunday morning to Monday evening.
* IMPACTS...At 11.0 feet, Water affects County Road E63 north of the river near Toronto and affects the lowest roads in Buena Vista.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 10:30 AM CDT Saturday the stage was 8.3 feet and rising. - Forecast
Flooding in Clinton; Scott can cut off roads with little warning, damage homes near low-lying areas, and disrupt power and water service. Even a few inches of moving water can carry away a vehicle.
This report is based on information from NWS, monitored by Alert USA's verified emergency feed.
Alert USA anticipates a high chance of travel disruptions, elevated property risk in low-lying areas, and possible power outages while the event is active.
Recommended steps: avoid flooded roads — turn around, don't drown; move to higher ground if you are in a low-lying area; charge phones and prepare for power loss; check on family and neighbors.
Alert USA is tracking this flood event and will update this report as verified information becomes available.
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