Apr 7, 1998
The heavy rains and subsequent minor flooding experienced in March continued through much of April. Data from the Iowa State Climatologist indicated statewide precipitation in April was 3.99 inches, or .83 inches above normal. The period from 01 January through 30 April 1998 was the 5th wettest first four months of the year on record. The rain fell at intervals about a week apart. This kept flooding fairly minor. The most significant event occurred during the first episode of the month. Fl
Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 5640166). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.
This event is one of many recorded floods in Wapello County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.