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Flood — Clay, IA

Jun 17, 2024

A wet period allowed for flooding to return to portions of the Little Sioux River. This was capped by a multi-day significant heavy rainfall event between June 20th through June 22nd which brought widespread rain totals between 5 and 10 inches with pockets in excess of 15 inches. As rainfall reached area streams and rivers, major to record flooding was observed, devastating several towns and communities. All river crest information is preliminary until made official by the gauge owner.

Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 1193358). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.

Flood Risk Context for Clay, IA

This event is one of many recorded floods in Clay County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.

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