ALLAMAKEE, IA; Winneshiek, IA — The headwaters of Bear Creek received upwards of 5 inches of rain overnight. This is leading to flooding on Bear Creek.
* WHAT...Stream flooding on Bear Creek caused by excessive rainfall is occurring.
* WHERE...Northwestern Allamakee County in northeastern Iowa... Northeastern Winneshiek County in northeastern Iowa...
* WHEN...Until 315 PM CDT.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... -
Flooding in Allamakee, IA; Winneshiek, IA 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.
Verified by Alert USA • NWS