Flash Flood Warning Issued for Parts of Iowa and Minnesota

Flash Flood Warning was issued by the for Lyon, IA; Osceola, IA; Nobles, MN.

Flash Flood Warning

The alert was issued at 11:58 AM local time and is scheduled to remain in effect until 4:00 PM local time. The NWS lists the alert severity as severe. Its urgency is listed as immediate. The event is classified as likely.

Storm Details

Doppler radar and automated rain gauges indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 3 inches of rain have fallen. The expected rainfall rate is 1.5 to 3 inches in 1 hour. Additional rainfall amounts of 2 to 4 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly

Hazards

Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms

Potential 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. Worthington, Ellsworth, Little Rock, Rushmore and Bigelow. Low lying portions of Interstate 90 near and west of Worthington could see standing water

Areas Affected

The warning covers Lyon, IA; Osceola, IA; Nobles, MN.

Safety Information

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. Flooding is occurring or is imminent. It is important to know where you are relative to streams, rivers, or creeks which can become killers in heavy rains. Campers and hikers should avoid streams or creeks. Please report observed flooding to local emergency services or law enforcement and request they pass this information to the when you can do so safely.