Rain eases Iowa drought with Linn County near removal
Spring rainfall across Iowa reduced extreme drought to 7.43 percent, easing pressure in Linn County where extreme drought fell from 9 to 7 percent. About 85 percent of Iowa remains under some drought, with remaining extreme pockets in Benton Chickasaw and Floyd counties as six months of dryness linger in Eastern Iowa.
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Iowa Faces Widespread Drought Across State
The U S Drought Monitor reports extreme drought covers about 7 percent of Iowa, mainly in the northeast and east central areas. About 23 percent of the state is in severe drought and roughly 35 percent in moderate drought, reflecting broad dryness ahead of the growing season.
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Eight Iowa tornadoes hit Tuesday no injuries reported
The National Weather Service logged eight tornadoes across Iowa Tuesday during severe storms. The strongest was an EF-2 in Lee County near Houghton lasting 42 miles with 130 mph winds. Other tornadoes touched down in Dallas, Calhoun, Pocahontas, Buchanan, Lee, Des Moines, and Henry counties, causing limited damage such as a brick roof loss north of New London, with no injuries.
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Iowa disaster proclamation cites wide tornado outbreak damage
Gov. Kim Reynolds declared a disaster for Allamakee Cass Des Moines Fayette Henry and Lee counties after Tuesday's severe weather. The notice outlines grants up to 5000 for home repairs clothing food and temporary housing with 45 day application windows. Disaster case advocacy offers help and recovery planning with no income limits and a 180 day closing.
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Gazette publication notice and contact details
The Gazette provides address, postal status, company affiliation, and subscription rates. It lists Cedar Rapids mailing details, out of state pricing, and contact numbers for subscription service and general inquiries.
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