Washington County, IA — Threat Level Today
As of Oct 14, 06:14 AM ET, Washington County, Iowa is at NORMAL (8/100 on the GridWatch threat index). The primary driver is Des Moines River at Ottumwa at action stage (44.4 mi).
Updated Oct 14, 06:14 AM ET · 14 federal data sources
8 /100
NORMAL
No significant threats detected.
- ▸ Des Moines River at Ottumwa at action stage (44.4 mi)
- ▸ Thunderstorms expected Thursday
Current Signals
| Signal | Status |
|---|---|
| WEATHER ALERTS | No active NWS alerts |
| ACTIVE WILDFIRES | None within 100 miles |
| RIVER FLOODING | Des Moines River at Ottumwa at action stage |
| AIR QUALITY | No nearby monitor reporting |
| EARTHQUAKES (30D) | M3 strongest in region |
| POWER GRID | Midwest at 71.5% of 7-day peak · 0% of Iowa customers out |
| FEMA DECLARATIONS (90D) | None in Iowa |
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