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Spencer Fire Rescue: Crews Rescued Hundreds Of People In Just A Matter Of Hours
June 23, 2024
(Spencer)– Crews performed hundreds of rescues Saturday as the water was rising in Spencer. Spencer Fire/Rescue Chief Jesse Coulson provided some preliminary numbers during a press conference earlier today (Sunday)… Coulson says one person who was in a vehicle that swept into the Little Sioux River is unaccounted for. Otherwise he says they have no […]
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Clay County Clerk Of Court’s Office To Be Closed Monday (June 24th)
June 23, 2024
(Spencer)– We have received the following info. from the District 3 Court Administrator: Due to flooding conditions, the Clay County Clerk Office will not open on Monday, June 24, 2024 and will not open until utility services are restored to the courthouse building. Individuals who are scheduled to appear in court on Monday, June 24, […]
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Lake Levels Continue To Rise; Big Spirit May Be About To Crest
June 23, 2024
(Orleans)– Water levels of the Iowa Great Lakes continue to increase, however it appears Big Spirit Lake may be about to crest. Big Spirit Lake as of late this (Sunday) morning was at 16.42 feet, compared with 16.39 feet as of about 4:00 am this (Sunday) morning. The 16.42 reading is still well below the […]
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Gov. Kim Reynolds Extends Disaster Proclamation To Include Palo Alto County
June 23, 2024
(Des Moines)– Gov. Kim Reynolds has extended a disaster emergency proclamation to include Palo Alto County in response to severe storms and flooding that occurred on June 21 and continuing. The governor’s proclamation allows state resources to be utilized to respond to and recover from the effects of this severe weather and activates the Iowa Individual […]
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Flood Waters Rising Along West Fork Of Des Moines River
June 23, 2024
(Jackson, Mn., Estherville)– Floodwaters continue to rise along the West Fork of the Des Moines River. In Jackson, Highway 71 has water over it. Traffic is being detoured to I-90, Hwy 86 and Jackson CR 34. A number of sandbagging operations have been ongoing in that community to try to protect infrastructure. In Estherville, Emergency Management […]
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City Officials In Spencer Give Update
June 23, 2024
(Spencer)– The Mayor of Spencer issued an update this (Sun.) on the catastrophic flooding that continues in that city. In a press release, Mayor Steve Bomgaars thanks city, county and state emergency teams for their efforts in protecting citizens and vital resources. Bomgaars says the city’s waste water treatment plant remains inoperable and citizens should […]
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Spencer Officials Provide Update On Flood Situation
June 23, 2024
(Spencer)– Spencer Mayor Steve Bomgaars has issued a curfew that goes into effect at 10:30 pm this (Sat.) evening, lasting until 6:00 am Sunday. City officials say rescue operations by emergency personnel have been stopped to allow them to focus on urgent needs of residents such as medical emergencies. They add law enforcement and fire-rescue […]
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Alliant Energy Offers Flood Safety Advice
June 23, 2024
(Undated)– Alliant Energy is urging its customers to use extra caution with the flooding. The company urges anyone with a significant amount of water in their basement to call 1-800-255-4268 to request a no-fee temporary disconnect. The utility provider says walking through wet or flooded homes or buildings can be dangerous. They urge everyone to […]
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Severe Shoreline Erosion Occurring On West Lake Okoboji
June 23, 2024
(Arnolds Park)– Some shoreline property owners on the Iowa Great Lakes are feeling another affect of the extremely high water levels: shoreline erosion and bank collapses. So far, most of the reports have been coming from West Lake Okoboji, specifically in the Pillsbury Point area. The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is expected to make […]
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Black Hills Energy Monitoring Ongoing Situation In Spencer
June 22, 2024
(Spencer)– Officials with Black Hills Energy say they’re continuing to closely monitor the situation in Spencer. They’re reminding residents to evacuate immediately if you smell natural gas and to turn off electrical appliance power if it’s safe to do so. Officials say flooding can damage appliances and creates a risk of electrical shock. They add […]
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