Union IA-Adams IA-Ringgold IA-
1249 AM CDT Wed Jun 26 2019

…THE FLASH FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 615 AM CDT FOR
SOUTHERN UNION…SOUTHEASTERN ADAMS AND NORTHERN RINGGOLD COUNTIES…

At 1245 AM CDT, Union County law enforcement reported flash flooding
in near Kent Corner across Highway 34. Highway 34 is closed to
traffic in both directions at this location. Doppler radar
estimates of 6 or more inches of rain has fallen across this area.
Flash flooding is already occurring.

Some locations that will experience flooding include…
Creston, Lenox, Sun Valley Lake, Tingley, Cromwell, Arispe, Shannon
City, Kent, Ellston, Beaconsfield and Creston Municipal Airport.

Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches is possible in the
warned area over the next couple of hours.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the
dangers of flooding. Avoid flooded areas and if water is
encountered, Turn Around, Don`t Drown.

A Flash Flood Warning means that flooding is imminent or occurring.
If you are in the warned area move to higher ground immediately.
Residents living along streams and creeks should take immediate
precautions to protect life and property.