The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a flash flood watch for portions of western and northwestern Iowa for this (Wednesday) afternoon, including Sac, Calhoun, and Crawford counties. Officials say flash flooding is possible from 3 p.m. today to 1 p.m. tomorrow (Thursday), as excessive rainfall is possible over the next 30 hours. Rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying areas are prone to seeing sudden influxes of water during such weather events. In the event of a flash flood, remember to “Turn Around, Don’t Drown,” as it takes only a few inches of moving water to knock a person off their feet. Around a foot of water is enough to sweep away most vehicles, and two feet can carry away even larger automobiles, like SUVs and trucks.
NWS Issues Flash Flood Watch For Sac, Calhoun, Crawford Counties
