Clear Lake State Game Management Area, IA Weather Warnings
Flash Flood Warning issued June 22 at 3:35AM CDT until June 22 at 8:00AM CDT by NWS Des Moines IA At 335 AM CDT, Doppler radar indicated that the heaviest rain has moved out of the area, however, light to moderate rain is still falling and waters may continue to rise. Flash flooding may still be ongoing. HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms. SOURCE...Radar. 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... Mason City, Garner, Britt, Nora Springs, Rockwell, Clear Lake, Mason City Municipal Airport, Eagle Lake, Ventura, Kanawha, Klemme, Thornton, Corwith, Meservey, Swaledale, Rock Falls, Goodell, Duncan, Dougherty and Burchinal. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. For the latest river and stream observations and forecasts refer to weather.gov/desmoines/water. Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
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Flood Watch issued June 22 at 2:30AM CDT until June 22 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS Des Moines IA A moderate risk of excessive rainfall continues early this morning with rainfall rates between 1 and 2 inches per hour possible. The heaviest rainfall in north central Iowa is just north of the Highway 20 corridor. Additional chances for rain will linger into midday with more storms possible in the eastern portion of the watch area this afternoon. If you live in or near the watch, please monitor the weather closely today. Review flooding safety plans now and be prepared if you must take action. * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of north central and northwest Iowa, including the following counties, in north central Iowa, Cerro Gordo, Hancock, Kossuth, Winnebago and Worth. In northwest Iowa, Emmet and Palo Alto. * 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. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Low-water crossings may be flooded. Extensive street flooding and flooding of creeks and rivers are possible. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Expected rainfall totals may exceed 4 to 7 inches in some areas with locally higher amounts are possible. Rapid rises in creeks, streams and urban flooding will be possible. Field flooding and washed out county roads will also be possible. Rainfall rates may approach 2 inches per hour in the heavier storms. Nighttime flooding is especially dangerous due to the lack of light and ability to see flooding impacts. For the latest river and stream observations and forecasts refer to weather.gov/desmoines/water.
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