WINNESHIEK, IA — ...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Iowa...
Cedar River at Charles City affecting Floyd County.
Upper Iowa River at Bluffton affecting Winneshiek County.
* WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
* WHERE...Upper Iowa River at Bluffton.
* WHEN...From this morning to this evening.
* IMPACTS...At 12.0 feet, River is significantly outside of its banks impacting both Bluffton Canoe Landings. Campgrounds along the river in Bluffton are underwat
Flooding in 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.
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