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Flash Flood Warning issued September 6 at 2:06PM CDT until September 6

Affecting Emmet, IA; Palo Alto, IA

In effect until: Sep 6, 2026, 11:00 PM

Emmet, IA; Palo Alto, IA

Likely impact across 2 counties in IA; effects through 11:00 PM.

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.

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At 206 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy
rain across the warned area. Between 3 and 6 inches of rain have
fallen. The expected rainfall rate is 1 to 2 inches in 1 hour. Flash
flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.

HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.

SOURCE...Radar indicated. In addition, significant ponding of water
was reported on the north side of Graettinger in addition to
many areas with basement flooding.

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...
Emmetsburg, Five Island Lake, High Lake, Ingham Lake, Swan Lake,
Graettinger, Wallingford, Kearney State Park and Wolden County
Park.

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Alert data: U.S. National Weather Service / NOAA · Translation: WeatherTranslate™

Flash Flood Warning issued September 6 at 2:06PM CDT until September 6

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