Floods in central Iowa have left roadways closed in several cities, including Ames and Des Moines. The Interstate 35-Highway 30 flyover near Ames had to be closed Saturday morning due to flooding. The water at the deepest point was up to the bumpers of multiple vehicles that tried to pass through.
Flooding in Des Moines
In the Des Moines metro, roadways and bridges along Fourmile Creek were closed for hours as crews worked to clear the water. Police and fire crews responded to multiple reports of stranded motorists and helped rescue a kayaker who became distressed.
Billy Sunday Field in Nevada was underwater Saturday morning. The flooding has caused disruptions in the area, with several roads closed due to high water.
Original reporting: KCCI Des Moines — read the source article.
