BLACK HAWK, IA; Bremer, IA; Butler, IA — ...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Iowa...
Shell Rock River at Shell Rock affecting Black Hawk, Bremer and Butler Counties.
* WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
* WHERE...The Shell Rock River at Shell Rock, or from Flood Creek near Clarksville to the Cedar River.
* WHEN...Until late tonight.
* IMPACTS...At 12.0 feet, Water affects S Prairie St. At 12.5 feet, Seepage occurs in several basements close to the river.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS.
Flooding in Black Hawk, IA; Bremer, IA; Butler, 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