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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 2013
Page
2
Cedar Rapids public works director Dave Elgin says a large ice jam on the Cedar River above the 5 in 1 dam defies typical seasonal breakups and may trigger local flooding. Crews deploy pumps sandbags and temporary barriers as the jam stretches from Quaker Oats to Edgewood Road, relying on natural patterns to resolve it.
City officials describe continuing flood risks from an ice jam and note rapid water rises could occur if the blockage worsens. Residents report basement flooding in three properties while a buyout program reduced homes at risk. Officials discuss dam releases and systematic gate operation to move water, amid neighbor concerns about response speed and use of police in warnings.
In North Liberty a fatal shooting occurred after a domestic disturbance. Taleb Salameh, 28, was killed by responding officers. three officers were wounded but survived. The incident began near Holiday Lodge Road and involved a red Chevrolet Cavalier and a red Chevy V71. Authorities from the Johnson County Sheriff, Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation, and Iowa City Police are investigating with names withheld pending review.
The Gazette prints daily from Cedar Rapids Iowa with subscription rates for carrier and mail delivery. Circulation details include weekly and yearly pricing for in state and out of state service. Postmaster address and general contact numbers are listed.
West Branch expectant mother Janna Maxson learns proper seat installation from Iowa City Fire Department officer Brian Marak during a free drive-through car seat check. Technicians verify fit, vehicle compatibility and recalls to boost child safety ahead of April birth. Another Safe Kids event is planned for May at Coral Ridge Mall.
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