Alertes en vigueurDes Moines

The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Iowa Skunk River at Augusta affecting Des Moines, Henry IA and Lee Counties.
What: Minor flooding is occurring.
Where: Skunk River at Augusta.
When: Until Monday afternoon.
Impacts: At 16.0 feet, Water floods some agricultural land near the river.
Additional Details: - At 7:45 PM CDT Saturday the stage was 16.1 feet. - ForecastThe river is expected to rise to a crest of 16.2 feet just after midnight tonight. It will then fall below flood stage early Monday morning. - Flood stage is 15.0 feet.

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks. The next statement will be issued by Sunday evening.