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weather NWS severe Warren September 9, 2026 at 12:06 PM

Flood Watch

...The National Weather Service in Des Moines has issued a Flood Watch for the following rivers in Iowa...

Middle River near Indianola affecting Warren County.

* WHAT...Flooding is possible.

* WHERE...Middle River near Indianola, or from Clanton Creek near Spring Hill to the Des Moines River.

* WHEN...From this afternoon to Thursday morning.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 6:15 AM CDT Wednesday the stage was 15.6 feet, and rising. - Forecast...Flood stage may be reached late this afternoon. -

Flooding in Warren 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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