Flood Warning
Until Sep 24, 11:00 AM CDT
Johnson, IA; Louisa, IA; Washington, IA
The full text and what to do
...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Iowa...
Iowa River near Lone Tree affecting Washington, Johnson and Louisa Counties.
English River at Kalona affecting Washington and Johnson Counties.
Cedar River near Conesville affecting Muscatine and Louisa Counties.
Iowa River at Oakville affecting Louisa County.
Iowa River at Wapello affecting Louisa County.
* WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring.
* WHERE...Iowa River near Lone Tree.
* WHEN...Until Thursday morning.
* IMPACTS...At 16.0 feet, Flood waters affect parts of Lola Lane and Y Avenue. River Junction Access Park is closed.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 8:00 PM CDT Wednesday the stage was 16.1 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 8:00 PM CDT Wednesday was 16.6 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to fall below flood stage late tonight and continue falling to 9.0 feet Wednesday, September 30. - Flood stage is 16.0 feet.
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.
The next statement will be issued by late tonight.