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Flash Flood — Dallas, IA

Apr 22, 2022

A warm front moved across the area late on the evening of April 21 into April 22. While thunderstorms remained below severe criteria, deep saturation and precipitable water values over 1.5 inches allowed for a band of heavier precipitation to set up over a narrow corridor in central Iowa. Several locations received over 3 inches of rain and a few areas saw flash flooding within towns, resulting in brief road closures. Rain ended by 11 am across the affected area.

Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 1024192). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.

Flood Risk Context for Dallas, IA

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