KEOKUK, IA — ...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Iowa...
North Skunk River near Sigourney affecting Keokuk County.
* WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring.
* WHERE...North Skunk River near Sigourney.
* WHEN...Until this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...At 16.0 feet, Water affects agricultural land, some county roads, and farm houses.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1:30 AM CST Saturday the stage was 16.2 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to fall below flood stage today and continue falling to 7.1 feet by next Friday evening, November 13th. - Flood stage is 16.0 feet.
Flooding in Keokuk, 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.
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