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Extreme Heat in the Central US Expands to the East; Heavy Rains from the Southern Plains to the Great Lakes

Dangerous, long-lasting heat remains across the Mid-South to Mid-Mississippi Valley, while heat expands into the Northeast for a brief period on Friday. Strong to isolated severe thunderstorms and heavy rain pose a flash flooding threat from from the southern High Plains east to the Great Lakes. Tropical Depression 12W brings heavy rain to Guam & the Marianas through Saturday. Read More >

Overview

Tropical Depression Cristobal tacked across much of the mid and upper Mississippi River Valley on the morning and afternoon of June 9, 2020. Very high levels of moisture were brought in tow, bringing very heavy rainfall to much of the region, especially eastern Iowa. By the time it was said and done, rainfall amounts of 2 - 4 inches fell roughly west of a line from Keosauqua IA, to Burlington IA, to Guttenberg IA. Localized amounts of 4 - 5 inches were reported near Belle Plaine, IA.

This torrential rainfall led to numerous reports of flooded roadways, road closures and creeks out of the their banks. In addition, area rivers also showed response, with some rising near to well above flood stage.

 

Surrounding Office Summaries

- NWS La Crosse

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Rock River Flooding : Courtesy Whiteside County Emergency Management
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