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SevereFloodingends in 30 h

Flood Warning · Pottawattamie

Flood Warning issued October 1 at 8:45AM CDT until October 2 at 4:00PM CDT by NWS Omaha/Valley NE

MissionSandbag, check a drain, or clear a storm grate near youBlocked street drains are the top cause of nuisance street flooding. One cleared grate protects a block. · on IowaChallenge.com
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SevereFloodingends in 44 h

Flood Warning · Fremont, Mills

Flood Warning issued October 1 at 8:45AM CDT until October 3 at 6:20AM CDT by NWS Omaha/Valley NE

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. 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. Additional information is available at water.noaa.gov. The next statement will be issued this evening at 845 PM CDT.

MissionSandbag, check a drain, or clear a storm grate near youBlocked street drains are the top cause of nuisance street flooding. One cleared grate protects a block. · on IowaChallenge.com
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SevereFloodingends in 15 h

Flood Watch · Humboldt; Wright; Franklin; Butler; Bremer; Sac; Calhoun; Webster; Hamilton; Hardin; Grundy; Black Hawk; Crawford; Carroll; Greene; Boone; Story; Marshall; Tama; Audubon; Guthrie; Dallas; Polk; Jasper; Poweshiek; Cass; Adair; Madison; Warren; Marion; Mahaska; Adams; Union; Clarke; Lucas; Monroe; Wapello; Taylor; Ringgold; Decatur; Wayne; Appanoose; Davis

Flood Watch issued October 1 at 6:34AM CDT until October 2 at 1:00AM CDT by NWS Des Moines IA

What to do

You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop. For the latest stream observations and forecasts refer to weather.gov/desmoines/water.

MissionSandbag, check a drain, or clear a storm grate near youBlocked street drains are the top cause of nuisance street flooding. One cleared grate protects a block. · on IowaChallenge.com
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SevereFloodingends in 24 h

Flood Warning · Warren

Flood Warning issued October 1 at 6:23AM CDT until October 2 at 9:31AM CDT by NWS Des Moines IA

What to do

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. For the latest stream observations and forecasts refer to weather.gov/desmoines/water. River forecasts include observed precipitation plus forecast precipitation over the next 48 hours.

MissionSandbag, check a drain, or clear a storm grate near youBlocked street drains are the top cause of nuisance street flooding. One cleared grate protects a block. · on IowaChallenge.com
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SevereFloodingends 2026-10-03

Flood Warning · Polk, Warren

Flood Warning issued October 1 at 6:23AM CDT until October 3 at 10:00AM CDT by NWS Des Moines IA

What to do

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. For the latest stream observations and forecasts refer to weather.gov/desmoines/water. River forecasts include observed precipitation plus forecast precipitation over the next 48 hours.

MissionSandbag, check a drain, or clear a storm grate near youBlocked street drains are the top cause of nuisance street flooding. One cleared grate protects a block. · on IowaChallenge.com
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SevereFloodingends in 33 h

Flood Warning · Decatur

Flood Warning issued October 1 at 6:23AM CDT until October 2 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Des Moines IA

What to do

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. For the latest stream observations and forecasts refer to weather.gov/desmoines/water. River forecasts include observed precipitation plus forecast precipitation over the next 48 hours.

MissionSandbag, check a drain, or clear a storm grate near youBlocked street drains are the top cause of nuisance street flooding. One cleared grate protects a block. · on IowaChallenge.com
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SevereFloodingends 2026-10-05

Flood Warning · Polk

Flood Warning issued October 1 at 6:13AM CDT until October 5 at 12:20AM CDT by NWS Des Moines IA

What to do

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. For the latest stream observations and forecasts refer to weather.gov/desmoines/water. River forecasts include observed precipitation plus forecast precipitation over the next 48 hours.

MissionSandbag, check a drain, or clear a storm grate near youBlocked street drains are the top cause of nuisance street flooding. One cleared grate protects a block. · on IowaChallenge.com
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SevereFloodingends 2026-10-04

Flood Warning · Jasper, Marion, Polk

Flood Warning issued October 1 at 6:13AM CDT until October 4 at 2:12AM CDT by NWS Des Moines IA

What to do

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. For the latest stream observations and forecasts refer to weather.gov/desmoines/water. River forecasts include observed precipitation plus forecast precipitation over the next 48 hours.

MissionSandbag, check a drain, or clear a storm grate near youBlocked street drains are the top cause of nuisance street flooding. One cleared grate protects a block. · on IowaChallenge.com
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SevereFloodingends in 33 h

Flood Warning · Polk

Flood Warning issued October 1 at 6:13AM CDT until October 2 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Des Moines IA

What to do

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. For the latest stream observations and forecasts refer to weather.gov/desmoines/water. River forecasts include observed precipitation plus forecast precipitation over the next 48 hours.

MissionSandbag, check a drain, or clear a storm grate near youBlocked street drains are the top cause of nuisance street flooding. One cleared grate protects a block. · on IowaChallenge.com
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SevereFloodingends in 40 h

Flood Warning · Dallas, Polk

Flood Warning issued October 1 at 6:13AM CDT until October 3 at 2:12AM CDT by NWS Des Moines IA

What to do

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. For the latest stream observations and forecasts refer to weather.gov/desmoines/water. River forecasts include observed precipitation plus forecast precipitation over the next 48 hours.

MissionSandbag, check a drain, or clear a storm grate near youBlocked street drains are the top cause of nuisance street flooding. One cleared grate protects a block. · on IowaChallenge.com
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SevereFloodingends in 42 h

Flood Warning · Dallas

Flood Warning issued October 1 at 6:13AM CDT until October 3 at 4:00AM CDT by NWS Des Moines IA

What to do

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. For the latest stream observations and forecasts refer to weather.gov/desmoines/water. River forecasts include observed precipitation plus forecast precipitation over the next 48 hours.

MissionSandbag, check a drain, or clear a storm grate near youBlocked street drains are the top cause of nuisance street flooding. One cleared grate protects a block. · on IowaChallenge.com
NWS Des Moines IASource →
SevereFloodingends in 39 h

Flood Warning · Black Hawk

Flood Warning issued October 1 at 6:13AM CDT until October 3 at 1:00AM CDT by NWS Des Moines IA

What to do

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. For the latest stream observations and forecasts refer to weather.gov/desmoines/water. River forecasts include observed precipitation plus forecast precipitation over the next 48 hours.

MissionSandbag, check a drain, or clear a storm grate near youBlocked street drains are the top cause of nuisance street flooding. One cleared grate protects a block. · on IowaChallenge.com
NWS Des Moines IASource →
SevereFloodingends 2026-10-04

Flood Warning · Marion, Polk, Warren

Flood Warning issued October 1 at 6:13AM CDT until October 4 at 1:00AM CDT by NWS Des Moines IA

What to do

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. For the latest stream observations and forecasts refer to weather.gov/desmoines/water. River forecasts include observed precipitation plus forecast precipitation over the next 48 hours.

MissionSandbag, check a drain, or clear a storm grate near youBlocked street drains are the top cause of nuisance street flooding. One cleared grate protects a block. · on IowaChallenge.com
NWS Des Moines IASource →
SevereFloodingends in 1 h

Flash Flood Warning · Black Hawk, Butler, Grundy, Tama

Flash Flood Warning issued October 1 at 6:01AM CDT until October 1 at 10:45AM CDT by NWS Des Moines IA

What to do

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads. For the latest stream observations and forecasts refer to weather.gov/desmoines/water.

MissionSandbag, check a drain, or clear a storm grate near youBlocked street drains are the top cause of nuisance street flooding. One cleared grate protects a block. · on IowaChallenge.com
NWS Des Moines IASource →
SevereFloodingends in 9 h

Flood Watch · Harrison; Shelby; Pottawattamie; Mills; Montgomery; Fremont; Page; Dodge; Washington; Butler; Saunders; Douglas; Sarpy; Seward; Lancaster; Cass; Otoe; Saline; Jefferson; Gage; Johnson; Nemaha; Pawnee; Richardson

Flood Watch issued October 1 at 4:59AM CDT until October 1 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Omaha/Valley NE

What to do

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

MissionSandbag, check a drain, or clear a storm grate near youBlocked street drains are the top cause of nuisance street flooding. One cleared grate protects a block. · on IowaChallenge.com
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SevereFloodingends in 15 h

Flood Watch · Buchanan; Delaware; Dubuque; Benton; Linn; Jones; Jackson; Iowa; Johnson; Cedar; Clinton; Muscatine; Scott; Keokuk; Washington; Louisa; Jefferson; Henry; Des Moines; Van Buren; Carroll; Whiteside; Rock Island; Henry; Mercer

Flood Watch issued October 1 at 4:23AM CDT until October 2 at 1:00AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

What to do

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

MissionSandbag, check a drain, or clear a storm grate near youBlocked street drains are the top cause of nuisance street flooding. One cleared grate protects a block. · on IowaChallenge.com
NWS Quad Cities IA ILSource →
SevereFloodingends in 3 h

Flood Warning · Fremont, Page

Flood Warning issued October 1 at 3:19AM CDT until October 1 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS Omaha/Valley NE

What to do

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.

MissionSandbag, check a drain, or clear a storm grate near youBlocked street drains are the top cause of nuisance street flooding. One cleared grate protects a block. · on IowaChallenge.com
NWS Omaha/Valley NESource →
SevereFloodingends 2026-10-04

Flood Warning · Montgomery

Flood Warning issued October 1 at 3:15AM CDT until October 3 at 7:48PM CDT by NWS Omaha/Valley NE

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. 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. Additional information is available at water.noaa.gov. The next statement will be issued this afternoon at 315 PM CDT.

MissionSandbag, check a drain, or clear a storm grate near youBlocked street drains are the top cause of nuisance street flooding. One cleared grate protects a block. · on IowaChallenge.com
NWS Omaha/Valley NESource →
SevereFloodingends 2026-10-05

Flood Warning · Fremont

Flood Warning issued October 1 at 3:12AM CDT until October 5 at 1:00AM CDT by NWS Omaha/Valley NE

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. 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. Additional information is available at water.noaa.gov. The next statement will be issued this afternoon at 315 PM CDT.

MissionSandbag, check a drain, or clear a storm grate near youBlocked street drains are the top cause of nuisance street flooding. One cleared grate protects a block. · on IowaChallenge.com
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SevereFloodingends in 3 h

Flood Warning · Harrison, Shelby

Flood Warning issued October 1 at 2:56AM CDT until October 1 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS Omaha/Valley NE

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.

MissionSandbag, check a drain, or clear a storm grate near youBlocked street drains are the top cause of nuisance street flooding. One cleared grate protects a block. · on IowaChallenge.com
NWS Omaha/Valley NESource →
SevereFloodingends in 3 h

Flood Warning · Fremont, Mills, Cass, Gage +3

Flood Warning issued October 1 at 2:50AM CDT until October 1 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS Omaha/Valley NE

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.

MissionSandbag, check a drain, or clear a storm grate near youBlocked street drains are the top cause of nuisance street flooding. One cleared grate protects a block. · on IowaChallenge.com
NWS Omaha/Valley NESource →
SevereFloodingends in 3 h

Flood Warning · Harrison, Pottawattamie, Shelby, Douglas +1

Flood Warning issued October 1 at 2:05AM CDT until October 1 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS Omaha/Valley NE

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.

MissionSandbag, check a drain, or clear a storm grate near youBlocked street drains are the top cause of nuisance street flooding. One cleared grate protects a block. · on IowaChallenge.com
NWS Omaha/Valley NESource →
SevereFloodingends in 3 h

Flood Warning · Mills, Pottawattamie, Cass, Douglas +2

Flood Warning issued October 1 at 1:48AM CDT until October 1 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS Omaha/Valley NE

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.

MissionSandbag, check a drain, or clear a storm grate near youBlocked street drains are the top cause of nuisance street flooding. One cleared grate protects a block. · on IowaChallenge.com
NWS Omaha/Valley NESource →
SevereFloodingends 2026-10-04

Flood Warning · Johnson, Washington

Flood Warning issued September 30 at 10:16PM CDT until October 4 at 6:45PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

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. 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 Thursday evening.

MissionSandbag, check a drain, or clear a storm grate near youBlocked street drains are the top cause of nuisance street flooding. One cleared grate protects a block. · on IowaChallenge.com
NWS Quad Cities IA ILSource →
SevereFloodingends in 12 h

Flood Warning · Des Moines, Henry, Lee

Flood Warning issued September 30 at 10:12PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

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 Thursday evening.

MissionSandbag, check a drain, or clear a storm grate near youBlocked street drains are the top cause of nuisance street flooding. One cleared grate protects a block. · on IowaChallenge.com
NWS Quad Cities IA ILSource →
SevereFloodingends 2026-10-06

Flood Warning · Keokuk

Flood Warning issued September 30 at 10:12PM CDT until October 6 at 1:30AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

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 Thursday evening.

MissionSandbag, check a drain, or clear a storm grate near youBlocked street drains are the top cause of nuisance street flooding. One cleared grate protects a block. · on IowaChallenge.com
NWS Quad Cities IA ILSource →
SevereFloodingends in 12 h

Flood Warning · Clinton, Scott

Flood Warning issued September 30 at 10:07PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

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. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov/quadcities. The next statement will be issued by Thursday evening.

MissionSandbag, check a drain, or clear a storm grate near youBlocked street drains are the top cause of nuisance street flooding. One cleared grate protects a block. · on IowaChallenge.com
NWS Quad Cities IA ILSource →
SevereFloodingends in 12 h

Flood Warning · Benton, Iowa

Flood Warning issued September 30 at 9:36PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

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. 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 Thursday evening.

MissionSandbag, check a drain, or clear a storm grate near youBlocked street drains are the top cause of nuisance street flooding. One cleared grate protects a block. · on IowaChallenge.com
NWS Quad Cities IA ILSource →
SevereFloodingends 2026-10-03

Flood Watch · Louisa

Flood Watch issued September 30 at 9:33PM CDT until October 3 at 2:00PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

What to do

If you are in the watch area, remain alert to possible flooding. 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 Thursday evening.

MissionSandbag, check a drain, or clear a storm grate near youBlocked street drains are the top cause of nuisance street flooding. One cleared grate protects a block. · on IowaChallenge.com
NWS Quad Cities IA ILSource →
SevereFloodingends in 12 h

Flood Warning · Louisa

Flood Warning issued September 30 at 9:31PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

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 Thursday evening.

MissionSandbag, check a drain, or clear a storm grate near youBlocked street drains are the top cause of nuisance street flooding. One cleared grate protects a block. · on IowaChallenge.com
NWS Quad Cities IA ILSource →
SevereFloodingends in 12 h

Flood Warning · Louisa

Flood Warning issued September 30 at 9:29PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

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 Thursday evening.

MissionSandbag, check a drain, or clear a storm grate near youBlocked street drains are the top cause of nuisance street flooding. One cleared grate protects a block. · on IowaChallenge.com
NWS Quad Cities IA ILSource →
SevereFloodingends 2026-10-05

Flood Warning · Johnson, Louisa, Washington

Flood Warning issued September 30 at 9:28PM CDT until October 5 at 2:00PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

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 Thursday evening.

MissionSandbag, check a drain, or clear a storm grate near youBlocked street drains are the top cause of nuisance street flooding. One cleared grate protects a block. · on IowaChallenge.com
NWS Quad Cities IA ILSource →
SevereFloodingends in 12 h

Flood Warning · Louisa, Muscatine

Flood Warning issued September 30 at 9:19PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

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 Thursday evening.

MissionSandbag, check a drain, or clear a storm grate near youBlocked street drains are the top cause of nuisance street flooding. One cleared grate protects a block. · on IowaChallenge.com
NWS Quad Cities IA ILSource →

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