severe · immediate · observed
Flood Warning
Clinton, IA; Scott, IA
Issued Oct 1, 7:42 PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL · in effect until Oct 2, 7:45 PM CDT
What to do
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars through flooded areas. Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks. Stay tuned to further developments by listening to your local radio, television, or NOAA Weather Radio for further information. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov/quadcities. The next statement will be issued by Friday evening.
Official text
Flood Warning issued October 1 at 7:42PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Iowa... Skunk River at Augusta affecting Lee, Henry IA and Des Moines Counties. North Skunk River near Sigourney affecting Keokuk County. Wapsipinicon River near De Witt 4S affecting Scott and Clinton Counties. * WHAT...Moderate flooding is occurring and major flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Wapsipinicon River near De Witt 4S. * WHEN...Until further notice. * IMPACTS...At 12.5 feet, Water affects old U.S. Highway 61 near the river. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 7:30 PM CDT Thursday the stage was 12.2 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 12.6 feet tomorrow morning. - Flood stage is 11.0 feet.