JOHNSON, IA; Washington, IA — ...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Iowa...
English River at Kalona affecting Johnson and Washington Counties.
* WHAT...Moderate flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is forecast.
* WHERE...English River at Kalona.
* WHEN...Until late Saturday morning.
* IMPACTS...At 18.0 feet, Water has overtopped roads causing closures. This includes 130th St, Kiwi Ave, Orange Ave and Poplar Ave. Extensive agricultural land near the river is flooded. Water begins backing into
Flooding in Johnson, IA; Washington, 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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