Flood Watch Near Coralville Lake Prompts Preparedness
Local officials brace for potential flooding south of Coralville Lake as forecasts suggest heavy rain next week. Emergency coordinator Dave Wilson notes risk remains despite models predicting the reservoir can manage the influx. Crested level projected at 705.34 feet with spillway at 712 feet.
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Johnson County
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Iowa
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Midwest
Farm bill debate tests Vilsack in tough political year
In Washington lawmakers defend local crop programs as Agri culture Secretary Tom Vilsack faces pressure from farmers and budget cutters. Senator Pat Roberts faulted government policy while Vilsack touts outreach to organic and small producers and a rebirth plan for Rural America amid unemployment and aging farmers.
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Kansas
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Dams May Threaten Holiday Boating in Iowa
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources warns boaters to avoid rain swollen rivers and reservoirs over the holiday weekend. Boaters are urged to move to lakes as rivers and flood control reservoirs remain dangerous with deep water swift currents and debris.
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Department of Natural Resources
Susan Stocker
DNR
Stocker
Iowa Lakes
Linn SheriffDoes Not Bill For Water Rescues
Linn County Sheriff announces policy not to bill the public for water rescue operations conducted by deputies. The stance addresses ongoing calls about funding for emergency responses and clarifies no charges will be issued to residents or municipalities.
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Linn
Expired HINT vaccine to be burned amid huge writedown
About 40 million doses worth 260 million dollars will be incinerated as expired. The FDA's Jerry Weir notes the loss is historic while 30 million more doses may expire later. If all waste occurs, over 43 percent of the U S public supply would be unused. Federal officials defend the purchase as a precaution against a severe never before seen flu.
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U.S
Jerry
Weir
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Bill Graham
San Francisco
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