Iowa flood warnings
There are no flood warnings in Iowa right now. The last one was issued on November 7, 2026.
Flooding is happening or expected soon, often along rivers or over wide areas, and may last for days.
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Active flood warnings in Iowa
None right now. Other active alerts in Iowa: none.
Flood Warnings in Iowa by year
Iowa averaged 179.3 flood warnings per year from 2016 to 2025, and has had 156 so far in 2026. The most recent was issued on November 7, 2026.
Counties with the most flood warnings
| County | 2016–2025 |
|---|---|
| Clay County | 174 |
| Louisa County | 153 |
| Sioux County | 103 |
| Black Hawk County | 101 |
| Des Moines County | 99 |
| Plymouth County | 98 |
| Scott County | 93 |
| Lyon County | 90 |
| Clayton County | 87 |
| Muscatine County | 84 |
What a flood warning means
A flood warning is issued when flooding is occurring or imminent but develops more slowly than a flash flood. River flood warnings are tied to forecast points on a river or stream and include the expected crest and the flood stage, which tells you how high the water will rise compared with the level where damage begins.
More about flood warnings and the national map →
What to do
- Follow evacuation orders from local officials.
- Move valuables and vehicles to higher ground.
- Never drive through water covering a road; the road bed may be washed out.
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