Flood Warning for Volga River in Southwestern Clayton County, IA
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A Flood Warning is in effect for southwestern Clayton County in northeastern Iowa along the Volga River until 9:15 AM CDT Sunday.
The weather record, at a glance
- Record type
- Flood Warning
- Affected area
- Northeastern Iowa
- Issued
- September 19, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS La Crosse WI
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Alert Details
Flood Warning issued by NWS La Crosse WI. Effective from September 19 at 9:22AM CDT until September 20 at 9:15AM CDT.
Affected Areas
Southwestern Clayton County in northeastern Iowa along the Volga River. Specific locations include Volga, Highway 13 And County C 24, Osborne, Mederville, Highway 56 And County W 70, Saint Sebald, Thomasville, Communia, Littleport and Highland.
What You Should Do
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Expected Conditions
Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. The Volga River and nearby tributaries continue to rise due to excess runoff from earlier rainfall. Additional heavy rain is possible this afternoon.
Timeline
Alert effective September 19 at 9:22AM CDT through September 20 at 9:15AM CDT.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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