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26 National Weather Service alerts are in force in Iowa, covering 21 of its 99 counties: 4 flash flood warnings, 9 flood warnings and 13 flood watches.

Checked Sun, Sep 20, 2026, 7:00 AM CDT. Times are Central Daylight Time.

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Flash Flood Warnings 4

Flash Flood Warning

Severe

Flash Flood Warning issued September 20 at 5:45AM CDT until September 20 at 11:15AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Issued Until 4 hr 14 min left

Areas Delaware, IA; Dubuque, IA; Jackson, IA; Jones, IA; Jo Daviess, IL

County pages Delaware County, Dubuque County, Jackson County, Jones County

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At 545 AM CDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 2.5 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 1 inch are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly. HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Dubuque, Asbury, Dyersville, Monticello, Bellevue, Cascade, Epworth, East Dubuque, Farley, Peosta, Earlville, Hopkinton, New Vienna, Colesburg, Worthington, Holy Cross, La Motte, Luxemburg and Rickardsville.

What to do

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. In hilly terrain there are hundreds of low water crossings which are potentially dangerous in heavy rain. Do not attempt to cross flooded roads. Find an alternate route. Please report observed flooding to local emergency services or law enforcement and request they pass this information to the National Weather Service when you can do so safely.

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Flash Flood Warning

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Flash Flood Warning issued September 20 at 5:41AM CDT until September 20 at 8:15AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Issued Until 1 hr 14 min left

Areas Cedar, IA; Iowa, IA; Johnson, IA; Keokuk, IA; Louisa, IA; Muscatine, IA; Washington, IA

County pages Cedar County, Iowa County, Johnson County, Keokuk County, Louisa County, Muscatine County, Washington County

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FFWDVN The National Weather Service in Quad Cities has extended the * Flash Flood Warning for... Southern Cedar County in east central Iowa... Iowa County in east central Iowa... Johnson County in east central Iowa... Muscatine County in east central Iowa... Keokuk County in southeastern Iowa... Northwestern Louisa County in southeastern Iowa... Washington County in southeastern Iowa... * Until 815 AM CDT. * At 541 AM CDT, Trained weather spotters reported flash flooding in Kalona. Between 2 and 4 inches of rain have fallen across portions of the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing. Rain has tapered off to mainly light to at times moderate rain, with the heaviest rain having already occurred. Be alert for rapid rises and flooding on area streams, creeks and along the English River. Washington County deputies reported around a foot of water was covering the intersection of 133rd Street and Nutmeg Street in Kalona due to the English River being out its banks. HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms. SOURCE...Trained spotters reported. IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. * Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Iowa City, Muscatine, Washington, Tipton, Marengo, West Branch, Sigourney, Columbus Junction, Durant, Coralville, North Liberty, West Liberty, Williamsburg, Wilton, Kalona, Tiffin, Wellman, Lone Tree and University Heights. This includes the following highways... Interstate 80 in Iowa between mile markers 205 and 277. Interstate 380 between mile markers 1 and 7.

What to do

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.

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Flash Flood Warning

Severe

Flash Flood Warning issued September 20 at 5:04AM CDT until September 20 at 8:00AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Issued Until 59 min left

Areas Benton, IA; Cedar, IA; Iowa, IA; Johnson, IA; Jones, IA; Linn, IA

County pages Benton County, Cedar County, Iowa County, Johnson County, Jones County, Linn County

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At 504 AM CDT, Doppler radar indicated a large area of light to moderate rain was occurring across the warned area. Heavy rain producing storms earlier brought rainfall of 2 to 5 inches across the warned area. Flash flooding is either ongoing or expected to begin shortly due to runoff from the earlier heavy rain combined with the steady rain falling. HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Cedar Rapids, Anamosa, Vinton, Marengo, Mechanicsville, Stanwood, Marion, Hiawatha, Mount Vernon, Robins, Belle Plaine, Center Point, Lisbon, Fairfax, Solon, Ely, Atkins, Walford, Springville and Palo. This includes Interstate 380 between mile markers 8 and 36.

What to do

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads. Please report observed flooding to local emergency services or law enforcement and request they pass this information to the National Weather Service when you can do so safely.

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Flash Flood Warning

Severe

Flash Flood Warning issued September 20 at 5:00AM CDT until September 20 at 7:30AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Issued Until 29 min left

Areas Clinton, IA; Muscatine, IA; Scott, IA; Bureau, IL; Henry, IL; Mercer, IL; Rock Island, IL; Whiteside, IL

County pages Clinton County, Muscatine County, Scott County

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At 500 AM CDT, Doppler radar indicated a large area of light to moderate rain was occurring across the warned area. Heavy rain producing storms earlier brought rainfall of 1 to 3.5 inches across the warned area. Flash flooding is either ongoing or expected to begin shortly due to runoff from the earlier heavy rain combined with the steady rain falling. HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Davenport, Moline, Rock Island, Bettendorf, Muscatine, East Moline, Kewanee, Aledo, Cambridge, Silvis, Geneseo, Eldridge, Colona, Milan, Le Claire, Coal Valley and Galva. This includes the following State Parks... Big Bend Fish and Wildlife Area, Johnson-Sauk Trail State Recreation Area and Prophetstown State Park. This includes the following highways... Interstate 74 in Iowa between mile markers 1 and 5. Interstate 280 between mile markers 1 and 18. Interstate 80 in Iowa between mile markers 279 and 306. Interstate 80 in Illinois between mile markers 1 and 43. Interstate 74 in Illinois between mile markers 1 and 33. Interstate 88 between mile markers 1 and 32...and between mile markers 36 and 43.

What to do

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads. Please report observed flooding to local emergency services or law enforcement and request they pass this information to the National Weather Service when you can do so safely.

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Flood Warnings 9

Flood Warning

Severe

Flood Warning issued September 20 at 6:44AM CDT until September 20 at 5:00PM CDT by NWS La Crosse WI

Issued Until 9 hr 59 min left

Areas Clayton, IA

County pages Clayton County

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* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Southwestern Clayton County in northeastern Iowa... * WHEN...Until 500 PM CDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Minor to moderate flooding along the Volga River. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 642 AM CDT, flooding continues on the Volga River in southwestern Clayton County. The river has crested and is starting to fall, and is expected to fall below flood stage later today or tonight. Gauge reports indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the warned area. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Volga, Highway 13 And County C 24, Osborne, Mederville, Communia and Littleport. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

What to do

Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.

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Flood Warning

Severe

Flood Warning issued September 20 at 6:41AM CDT until September 20 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS La Crosse WI

Issued Until 5 hr 59 min left

Areas Fayette, IA

County pages Fayette County

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* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...East Central Fayette County in northeastern Iowa... * WHEN...Until 100 PM CDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding along the Volga River * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 638 AM CDT, flooding continues on the Volga River around the town of Wadena. The river has crested and is starting to fall, and is expected to fall below flood stage later today. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Wadena, Volga River State Park and Albany. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

What to do

Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.

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Flood Warning

Severe

Flood Warning issued September 20 at 6:26AM CDT until September 21 at 1:55AM CDT by NWS La Crosse WI

Issued Until 18 hr 54 min left

Areas Clayton, IA

County pages Clayton County

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...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Iowa... Turkey River at Elkader affecting Clayton County. Turkey River at Garber affecting Clayton County. Turkey River at Spillville affecting Winneshiek County. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Turkey River at Elkader. * WHEN...Until late tonight. * IMPACTS...At 12.0 feet, Minor flooding occurs in areas near the river. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 5:45 AM CDT Sunday the stage was 13.9 feet. - Bankfull stage is 12.0 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 5:45 AM CDT Sunday was 15.6 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to fall below flood stage this afternoon and continue falling to 5.7 feet Saturday evening. - Flood stage is 12.0 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 13.8 feet on 02/27/2023. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

What to do

Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars through flooded areas. Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks. Additional river and weather information is available at www.weather.gov/lacrosse. The next statement will be issued this evening by 930 PM CDT.

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Flood Warning

Severe

Flood Warning issued September 20 at 6:26AM CDT until September 21 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS La Crosse WI

Issued Until 23 hr 59 min left

Areas Winneshiek, IA

County pages Winneshiek County

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...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Iowa... Turkey River at Elkader affecting Clayton County. Turkey River at Garber affecting Clayton County. Turkey River at Spillville affecting Winneshiek County. * WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Turkey River at Spillville. * WHEN...Until Monday morning. * IMPACTS...At 10.0 feet, River begins to wrap around Riverside Park between the campground and baseball fields. Flooding in yards between N Main Street and river north of Bridge Street. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 5:30 AM CDT Sunday the stage was 7.4 feet. - Bankfull stage is 8.0 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 9.0 feet this evening. - Flood stage is 9.0 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 9.0 feet on 06/18/1984. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

What to do

Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars through flooded areas. Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks. Additional river and weather information is available at www.weather.gov/lacrosse. The next statement will be issued this evening by 930 PM CDT.

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Flood Warning

Severe

Flood Warning issued September 20 at 6:26AM CDT until September 21 at 5:07PM CDT by NWS La Crosse WI

Issued Until 34 hr 6 min left

Areas Clayton, IA

County pages Clayton County

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...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Iowa... Turkey River at Elkader affecting Clayton County. Turkey River at Garber affecting Clayton County. Turkey River at Spillville affecting Winneshiek County. * WHAT...Moderate flooding is occurring and major flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Turkey River at Garber. * WHEN...Until Monday afternoon. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 5:15 AM CDT Sunday the stage was 22.2 feet. - Bankfull stage is 15.0 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 5:15 AM CDT Sunday was 22.3 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 23.0 feet this afternoon. It will then fall below flood stage late tonight. - Flood stage is 17.0 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 23.0 feet on 03/30/1960. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

What to do

Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars through flooded areas. Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks. Additional river and weather information is available at www.weather.gov/lacrosse. The next statement will be issued this evening by 930 PM CDT.

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Flood Warning

Severe

Flood Warning issued September 20 at 6:24AM CDT until September 21 at 5:00PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Issued Until 33 hr 59 min left

Areas Jackson, IA

County pages Jackson County

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...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Iowa... Maquoketa River near Maquoketa affecting Jackson County. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Maquoketa River near Maquoketa. * WHEN...Until Monday afternoon. * IMPACTS...At 26.0 feet, Significant agricultural flooding and increasing impacts on the city of Maquoketa. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 5:15 AM CDT Sunday the stage was 24.7 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 25.7 feet this afternoon. It will then fall below flood stage late tomorrow morning. - Flood stage is 24.0 feet.

What to do

Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars through flooded areas. 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 Monday morning.

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Flood Warning

Severe

Flood Warning issued September 20 at 5:43AM CDT until September 22 at 6:00PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Begins Until 2 days left

Areas Johnson, IA; Louisa, IA; Washington, IA

County pages Johnson County, Louisa County, Washington County

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...The National Weather Service in Quad Cities has issued a Flood Warning for the following rivers in Iowa... Iowa River near Lone Tree affecting Louisa, Washington and Johnson Counties. * WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Iowa River near Lone Tree. * WHEN...From this morning to Tuesday evening. * IMPACTS...At 18.0 feet, Sand Road closes south of 520th Street to the Highway 22 intersection. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 5:00 AM CDT Sunday the stage was 13.7 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage late this morning to a crest of 18.0 feet this evening. It will then fall below flood stage late Tuesday morning. - Flood stage is 16.0 feet.

What to do

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov/quadcities. The next statement will be issued by late tonight.

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Flood Warning

Severe

Flood Warning issued September 20 at 5:32AM CDT until September 22 at 5:00PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Issued Until 2 days left

Areas Johnson, IA; Washington, IA

County pages Johnson County, Washington County

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...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Iowa... English River at Kalona affecting Washington and Johnson Counties. * WHAT...Moderate flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is forecast. * WHERE...English River at Kalona. * WHEN...Until Tuesday afternoon. * 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 town on the north side of the river. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 5:00 AM CDT Sunday the stage was 16.7 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 17.9 feet just after midnight tonight. It will then fall below flood stage late Tuesday morning. - Flood stage is 14.0 feet.

What to do

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov/quadcities. The next statement will be issued by late tonight.

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Flood Warning

Severe

Flood Warning issued September 19 at 8:57PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Begins Until 13 hr 59 min left

Areas Clinton, IA; Scott, IA

County pages Clinton County, Scott County

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...The National Weather Service in Quad Cities has issued a Flood Warning for the following rivers in Iowa... Wapsipinicon River near De Witt 4S affecting Scott and Clinton Counties. * WHAT...Major flooding is forecast. This approaches the flood of record. * WHERE...Wapsipinicon River near De Witt 4S. * WHEN...From Sunday morning until further notice. * IMPACTS...At 13.0 feet, Water affects many residences along the river. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 8:30 PM CDT Saturday the stage was 8.6 feet and rising rapidly. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage tomorrow morning and continue rising to a crest of 13.0 feet Wednesday evening. - Flood stage is 11.0 feet.

What to do

Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars through flooded areas. Stay tuned to further developments by listening to your local radio, television, or NOAA Weather Radio for further information. The next statement will be issued by Sunday evening.

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Flood Watches 13

Flood Watch

Severe

Flood Watch issued September 20 at 1:44AM CDT until September 20 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Issued Until 5 hr 59 min left

Areas Buchanan, IA; Delaware, IA; Dubuque, IA; Benton, IA; Linn, IA; Jones, IA; Jackson, IA; Iowa, IA; Johnson, IA; Cedar, IA; Clinton, IA; Muscatine, IA; Scott, IA; Keokuk, IA; Washington, IA; Louisa, IA; Jo Daviess, IL; Stephenson, IL; Carroll, IL; Whiteside, IL; Rock Island, IL; Henry, IL; Bureau, IL; Putnam, IL; Mercer, IL

County pages Benton County, Buchanan County, Cedar County, Clinton County, Delaware County, Dubuque County, Iowa County, Jackson County, Johnson County, Jones County, Keokuk County, Linn County, Louisa County, Muscatine County, Scott County, Washington County

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* WHAT...Flooding and flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...Portions of Illinois, including the following areas, Bureau, Carroll, Henry IL, Jo Daviess, Mercer, Putnam, Rock Island, Stephenson and Whiteside and Iowa, including the following areas, Benton, Buchanan, Cedar, Clinton, Delaware, Dubuque, Iowa, Jackson, Johnson, Jones, Keokuk, Linn, Louisa, Muscatine, Scott and Washington. * WHEN...Until 1 PM CDT this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Widespread showers and storms will continue to move across the watch area through at least late Sunday morning. These storms will be capable of rainfall rates between 1 to 2 inches per hour. Rainfall totals of 1 to 3 inches are likely in the hardest hit areas, with the potential for localized areas of 4 to 5 inches.

What to do

You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flash Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.

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Flood Watch

Severe

Flood Watch issued September 19 at 10:20PM CDT until September 23 at 2:00AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Begins Until 3 days left

Areas Keokuk, IA

County pages Keokuk County

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...The National Weather Service in Quad Cities has issued a Flood Watch for the following rivers in Iowa... North Skunk River near Sigourney affecting Keokuk County. * WHAT...Flooding is possible. * WHERE...North Skunk River near Sigourney. * WHEN...From Monday morning to late Tuesday night. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 8:30 PM CDT Saturday the stage was 7.7 feet. - Forecast...Flood stage may be reached late Monday morning. - Flood stage is 16.0 feet.

What to do

Stay tuned to further developments by listening to your local radio, television, or NOAA Weather Radio for further information. The next statement will be issued by Sunday evening.

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Flood Watch

Severe

Flood Watch issued September 19 at 10:12PM CDT until September 24 at 9:00AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Begins Until 4 days left

Areas Muscatine, IA; Scott, IA; Rock Island, IL

County pages Muscatine County, Scott County

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...The National Weather Service in Quad Cities has issued a Flood Watch for the following rivers in Illinois...Iowa...Missouri... Mississippi River at Rock Island LD15 affecting Scott, Muscatine and Rock Island zones. Mississippi River at Muscatine affecting Mercer, Muscatine, Rock Island and Louisa Counties. Mississippi River at New Boston LD17 affecting Mercer and Louisa Counties. Mississippi River at Gladstone LD18 affecting Des Moines and Henderson Counties. Mississippi River at Keithsburg affecting Henderson, Des Moines, Louisa and Mercer Counties. Mississippi River at Ill. City LD16 affecting Muscatine and Rock Island zones. Mississippi River at Burlington affecting Hancock, Des Moines, Henderson and Lee Counties. Mississippi River at Gregory Landing affecting Hancock and Clark Counties. * WHAT...Flooding is possible. * WHERE...Mississippi River at Rock Island LD15. * WHEN...From Monday evening to Thursday morning. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 9:00 PM CDT Saturday the stage was 7.4 feet. - Forecast...Flood stage may be reached late Monday evening. - Flood stage is 15.0 feet.

What to do

If you are in the watch area, remain alert to possible flooding. Residents and those with interests near the river should monitor rising water levels and be prepared for possible Flood Warnings. Stay tuned to further developments by listening to your local radio, television, or NOAA Weather Radio for further information. The next statement will be issued by Sunday evening.

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Flood Watch

Severe

Flood Watch issued September 19 at 10:12PM CDT until September 24 at 6:00PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Begins Until 4 days left

Areas Muscatine, IA; Rock Island, IL

County pages Muscatine County

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...The National Weather Service in Quad Cities has issued a Flood Watch for the following rivers in Illinois...Iowa...Missouri... Mississippi River at Rock Island LD15 affecting Scott, Muscatine and Rock Island zones. Mississippi River at Muscatine affecting Mercer, Muscatine, Rock Island and Louisa Counties. Mississippi River at New Boston LD17 affecting Mercer and Louisa Counties. Mississippi River at Gladstone LD18 affecting Des Moines and Henderson Counties. Mississippi River at Keithsburg affecting Henderson, Des Moines, Louisa and Mercer Counties. Mississippi River at Ill. City LD16 affecting Muscatine and Rock Island zones. Mississippi River at Burlington affecting Hancock, Des Moines, Henderson and Lee Counties. Mississippi River at Gregory Landing affecting Hancock and Clark Counties. * WHAT...Flooding is possible. * WHERE...Mississippi River at Ill. City LD16. * WHEN...From Tuesday morning to Thursday evening. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 9:00 PM CDT Saturday the stage was 5.6 feet. - Forecast...Flood stage may be reached late Tuesday morning. - Flood stage is 15.0 feet.

What to do

If you are in the watch area, remain alert to possible flooding. Residents and those with interests near the river should monitor rising water levels and be prepared for possible Flood Warnings. Stay tuned to further developments by listening to your local radio, television, or NOAA Weather Radio for further information. The next statement will be issued by Sunday evening.

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Flood Watch

Severe

Flood Watch issued September 19 at 10:12PM CDT until September 25 at 3:00AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Begins Until 5 days left

Areas Muscatine, IA; Louisa, IA; Rock Island, IL; Mercer, IL

County pages Louisa County, Muscatine County

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...The National Weather Service in Quad Cities has issued a Flood Watch for the following rivers in Illinois...Iowa...Missouri... Mississippi River at Rock Island LD15 affecting Scott, Muscatine and Rock Island zones. Mississippi River at Muscatine affecting Mercer, Muscatine, Rock Island and Louisa Counties. Mississippi River at New Boston LD17 affecting Mercer and Louisa Counties. Mississippi River at Gladstone LD18 affecting Des Moines and Henderson Counties. Mississippi River at Keithsburg affecting Henderson, Des Moines, Louisa and Mercer Counties. Mississippi River at Ill. City LD16 affecting Muscatine and Rock Island zones. Mississippi River at Burlington affecting Hancock, Des Moines, Henderson and Lee Counties. Mississippi River at Gregory Landing affecting Hancock and Clark Counties. * WHAT...Flooding is possible. * WHERE...Mississippi River at Muscatine. * WHEN...From late Monday night to late Thursday night. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 8:15 PM CDT Saturday the stage was 7.6 feet. - Forecast...Flood stage may be reached early Tuesday morning. - Flood stage is 16.0 feet.

What to do

If you are in the watch area, remain alert to possible flooding. Residents and those with interests near the river should monitor rising water levels and be prepared for possible Flood Warnings. Stay tuned to further developments by listening to your local radio, television, or NOAA Weather Radio for further information. The next statement will be issued by Sunday evening.

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Flood Watch

Severe

Flood Watch issued September 19 at 10:12PM CDT until September 25 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Begins Until 5 days left

Areas Louisa, IA; Mercer, IL

County pages Louisa County

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...The National Weather Service in Quad Cities has issued a Flood Watch for the following rivers in Illinois...Iowa...Missouri... Mississippi River at Rock Island LD15 affecting Scott, Muscatine and Rock Island zones. Mississippi River at Muscatine affecting Mercer, Muscatine, Rock Island and Louisa Counties. Mississippi River at New Boston LD17 affecting Mercer and Louisa Counties. Mississippi River at Gladstone LD18 affecting Des Moines and Henderson Counties. Mississippi River at Keithsburg affecting Henderson, Des Moines, Louisa and Mercer Counties. Mississippi River at Ill. City LD16 affecting Muscatine and Rock Island zones. Mississippi River at Burlington affecting Hancock, Des Moines, Henderson and Lee Counties. Mississippi River at Gregory Landing affecting Hancock and Clark Counties. * WHAT...Flooding is possible. * WHERE...Mississippi River at New Boston LD17. * WHEN...From late Monday night to Friday afternoon. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 9:10 PM CDT Saturday the stage was 7.2 feet. - Forecast...Flood stage may be reached early Tuesday morning. - Flood stage is 15.0 feet.

What to do

If you are in the watch area, remain alert to possible flooding. Residents and those with interests near the river should monitor rising water levels and be prepared for possible Flood Warnings. Stay tuned to further developments by listening to your local radio, television, or NOAA Weather Radio for further information. The next statement will be issued by Sunday evening.

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Flood Watch

Severe

Flood Watch issued September 19 at 10:12PM CDT until September 26 at 3:00AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Begins Until 6 days left

Areas Louisa, IA; Des Moines, IA; Mercer, IL; Henderson, IL

County pages Des Moines County, Louisa County

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...The National Weather Service in Quad Cities has issued a Flood Watch for the following rivers in Illinois...Iowa...Missouri... Mississippi River at Rock Island LD15 affecting Scott, Muscatine and Rock Island zones. Mississippi River at Muscatine affecting Mercer, Muscatine, Rock Island and Louisa Counties. Mississippi River at New Boston LD17 affecting Mercer and Louisa Counties. Mississippi River at Gladstone LD18 affecting Des Moines and Henderson Counties. Mississippi River at Keithsburg affecting Henderson, Des Moines, Louisa and Mercer Counties. Mississippi River at Ill. City LD16 affecting Muscatine and Rock Island zones. Mississippi River at Burlington affecting Hancock, Des Moines, Henderson and Lee Counties. Mississippi River at Gregory Landing affecting Hancock and Clark Counties. * WHAT...Flooding is possible. * WHERE...Mississippi River at Keithsburg. * WHEN...From Tuesday morning to late Friday night. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 8:30 PM CDT Saturday the stage was 7.6 feet. - Forecast...Flood stage may be reached Tuesday morning. - Flood stage is 14.0 feet.

What to do

If you are in the watch area, remain alert to possible flooding. Residents and those with interests near the river should monitor rising water levels and be prepared for possible Flood Warnings. Stay tuned to further developments by listening to your local radio, television, or NOAA Weather Radio for further information. The next statement will be issued by Sunday evening.

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Flood Watch

Severe

Flood Watch issued September 19 at 10:12PM CDT until September 26 at 5:00AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Begins Until 6 days left

Areas Des Moines, IA; Lee, IA; Henderson, IL; Hancock, IL

County pages Des Moines County, Lee County

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...The National Weather Service in Quad Cities has issued a Flood Watch for the following rivers in Illinois...Iowa...Missouri... Mississippi River at Rock Island LD15 affecting Scott, Muscatine and Rock Island zones. Mississippi River at Muscatine affecting Mercer, Muscatine, Rock Island and Louisa Counties. Mississippi River at New Boston LD17 affecting Mercer and Louisa Counties. Mississippi River at Gladstone LD18 affecting Des Moines and Henderson Counties. Mississippi River at Keithsburg affecting Henderson, Des Moines, Louisa and Mercer Counties. Mississippi River at Ill. City LD16 affecting Muscatine and Rock Island zones. Mississippi River at Burlington affecting Hancock, Des Moines, Henderson and Lee Counties. Mississippi River at Gregory Landing affecting Hancock and Clark Counties. * WHAT...Flooding is possible. * WHERE...Mississippi River at Burlington. * WHEN...From Tuesday afternoon to late Friday night. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 9:00 PM CDT Saturday the stage was 8.7 feet. - Forecast...Flood stage may be reached early Tuesday afternoon. - Flood stage is 15.0 feet.

What to do

If you are in the watch area, remain alert to possible flooding. Residents and those with interests near the river should monitor rising water levels and be prepared for possible Flood Warnings. Stay tuned to further developments by listening to your local radio, television, or NOAA Weather Radio for further information. The next statement will be issued by Sunday evening.

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Flood Watch

Severe

Flood Watch issued September 19 at 10:12PM CDT until September 26 at 11:00AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Begins Until 6 days left

Areas Des Moines, IA; Henderson, IL

County pages Des Moines County

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...The National Weather Service in Quad Cities has issued a Flood Watch for the following rivers in Illinois...Iowa...Missouri... Mississippi River at Rock Island LD15 affecting Scott, Muscatine and Rock Island zones. Mississippi River at Muscatine affecting Mercer, Muscatine, Rock Island and Louisa Counties. Mississippi River at New Boston LD17 affecting Mercer and Louisa Counties. Mississippi River at Gladstone LD18 affecting Des Moines and Henderson Counties. Mississippi River at Keithsburg affecting Henderson, Des Moines, Louisa and Mercer Counties. Mississippi River at Ill. City LD16 affecting Muscatine and Rock Island zones. Mississippi River at Burlington affecting Hancock, Des Moines, Henderson and Lee Counties. Mississippi River at Gregory Landing affecting Hancock and Clark Counties. * WHAT...Flooding is possible. * WHERE...Mississippi River at Gladstone LD18. * WHEN...From Tuesday morning to Saturday morning. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 9:00 PM CDT Saturday the stage was 3.0 feet. - Forecast...Flood stage may be reached Tuesday morning. - Flood stage is 10.0 feet.

What to do

If you are in the watch area, remain alert to possible flooding. Residents and those with interests near the river should monitor rising water levels and be prepared for possible Flood Warnings. Stay tuned to further developments by listening to your local radio, television, or NOAA Weather Radio for further information. The next statement will be issued by Sunday evening.

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Flood Watch

Severe

Flood Watch issued September 19 at 8:57PM CDT until September 24 at 12:00AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Begins Until 4 days left

Areas Linn, IA; Jones, IA; Cedar, IA

County pages Cedar County, Jones County, Linn County

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...The Flood Watch continues for the following rivers in Iowa... Wapsipinicon River near Anamosa Shaw Rd affecting Linn, Cedar and Jones Counties. ...The Flood Watch is replaced with a River Flood Warning for the following rivers in Iowa... Wapsipinicon River near De Witt 4S affecting Scott and Clinton Counties. * WHAT...Flooding is possible. * WHERE...Wapsipinicon River near Anamosa Shaw Rd. * WHEN...From Monday evening to late Wednesday night. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 8:15 PM CDT Saturday the stage was 9.3 feet. - Forecast...Flood stage may be reached late Monday evening. - Flood stage is 14.5 feet and rising.

What to do

If you are in the watch area, remain alert to possible flooding. Residents and those with interests near the river should monitor rising water levels and be prepared for possible Flood Warnings. Stay tuned to further developments by listening to your local radio, television, or NOAA Weather Radio for further information. The next statement will be issued by this evening.

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Flood Watch

Severe

Flood Watch issued September 19 at 8:43PM CDT until September 25 at 12:00PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Begins Until 5 days left

Areas Muscatine, IA; Louisa, IA

County pages Louisa County, Muscatine County

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...The Flood Watch is extended for the following rivers in Iowa... Cedar River near Conesville affecting Muscatine and Louisa Counties. English River at Kalona affecting Johnson and Washington Counties. * WHAT...Flooding is possible. * WHERE...Cedar River near Conesville. * WHEN...From late Sunday night to Friday afternoon. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 8:00 PM CDT Saturday the stage was 9.6 feet. - Forecast...Flood stage may be reached early Monday morning. - Flood stage is 13.0 feet.

What to do

If you are in the watch area, remain alert to possible flooding. Residents and those with interests near the river should monitor rising water levels and be prepared for possible Flood Warnings. Stay tuned to further developments by listening to your local radio, television, or NOAA Weather Radio for further information. The next statement will be issued by Sunday evening.

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Flood Watch

Severe

Flood Watch issued September 19 at 8:42PM CDT until September 26 at 2:00AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Begins Until 6 days left

Areas Louisa, IA

County pages Louisa County

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...The National Weather Service in Quad Cities has issued a Flood Watch for the following rivers in Iowa... Iowa River at Wapello affecting Louisa County. Iowa River at Oakville affecting Louisa County. * WHAT...Flooding is possible. * WHERE...Iowa River at Oakville. * WHEN...From Tuesday evening to late Friday night. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 8:00 PM CDT Saturday the stage was 5.7 feet. - Forecast...Flood stage may be reached Tuesday evening. - Flood stage is 11.0 feet.

What to do

Residents and those with interests near the river should monitor rising water levels and be prepared for possible Flood Warnings. Stay tuned to further developments by listening to your local radio, television, or NOAA Weather Radio for further information. The next statement will be issued by Sunday evening.

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Flood Watch

Severe

Flood Watch issued September 19 at 8:42PM CDT until September 26 at 3:00AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Begins Until 6 days left

Areas Louisa, IA

County pages Louisa County

Full text

...The National Weather Service in Quad Cities has issued a Flood Watch for the following rivers in Iowa... Iowa River at Wapello affecting Louisa County. Iowa River at Oakville affecting Louisa County. * WHAT...Flooding is possible. * WHERE...Iowa River at Wapello. * WHEN...From Tuesday morning to late Friday night. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 8:00 PM CDT Saturday the stage was 15.9 feet. - Forecast...Flood stage may be reached late Tuesday morning. - Flood stage is 21.0 feet.

What to do

Residents and those with interests near the river should monitor rising water levels and be prepared for possible Flood Warnings. Stay tuned to further developments by listening to your local radio, television, or NOAA Weather Radio for further information. The next statement will be issued by Sunday evening.

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What this means

Warning
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Watch
Conditions favor the hazard. Nothing is happening yet; have a plan and be ready to act if a warning follows.
Advisory
A hazard that is less serious than a warning but can still cause trouble, such as dense fog, heat or light ice.
Statement
Information about weather that does not yet meet a warning: a strong storm, a hydrologic update, or a special weather statement.

Severity (extreme, severe, moderate, minor) is the rating the issuing office gives each product. More on the difference: tornado watch vs. tornado warning. Alerts come from the National Weather Service; follow its instructions and your local officials.

Sources

Alerts from the National Weather Service's public feed, read afresh every minute, and matched to counties and zones by their UGC codes. Warnings from outside the United States come from each country's own meteorological service. Follow the issuing office's instructions and your local officials.