Flooding Threat Continues Across Eastern Iowa
Several rivers across eastern Iowa are under Flood Warnings, including the Cedar River near Conesville and the Iowa River at Wapello and Oakville.
Elevated river levels may cause flooding of low-lying areas near the waterways, including agricultural land, roads, parks and other locations within flood-prone areas.
Residents near the affected rivers should continue monitoring official river forecasts and be prepared for changing conditions.
Cedar River Near Conesville
The Cedar River near Conesville is under a Flood Warning as river levels remain elevated.
Flooding may affect areas along the river and nearby low-lying locations. People who live, work or travel near the Cedar River should avoid flooded areas and monitor updates from local officials.
Iowa River at Wapello
A Flood Warning is also in effect for the Iowa River at Wapello.
As the river remains elevated, flooding can affect locations near the river channel and surrounding lowlands. Residents should remain alert for additional rises.
Iowa River at Oakville
The Iowa River at Oakville is also experiencing elevated water levels, prompting a Flood Warning.
Flooding may affect low-lying areas and locations near the river. Residents should use caution around waterways and avoid unnecessary travel through flooded areas.
Essential Flood Safety Tips
Never drive through floodwater
Flooded roads may hide washed-out pavement, debris or dangerous currents.
Turn around, don’t drown.
Stay away from rivers and streams
Do not approach swollen rivers to watch the water. Fast-moving water can be extremely dangerous, while saturated riverbanks may become unstable.
Protect children and pets
Keep children and pets away from flooded waterways, drainage areas and riverbanks.
Monitor river forecasts
River levels can remain elevated for hours or days and may continue rising after rainfall has stopped.
Move to higher ground
If flooding threatens your home or location, move to higher ground and follow instructions from emergency officials.
What Residents Should Know
River flooding can extend well beyond the immediate river channel. Low-lying farmland, roads, parks and properties near the Cedar and Iowa Rivers may be affected.
Residents should avoid flooded roadways and continue monitoring official flood warnings until conditions improve.
Bottom Line
Flood Warnings are in effect for the Cedar River near Conesville and the Iowa River at Wapello and Oakville. Stay away from flooded waterways, avoid driving through floodwater and remain alert for additional river-level rises.
