WARREN — ...The Flood Watch continues 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 evening to late tonight.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 8:15 AM CDT Wednesday the stage was 17.0 feet, and rising. - Forecast...Flood stage may be reached this evening. - Flood stage is 23.0 feet.
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.
Verified by Alert USA • NWS