Flood specialists in Iowa are investing in advanced monitoring technology for Northwest Iowa following the devastating 2024 floods.
The Iowa Flood Center, based at the University of Iowa, will receive $1.75 million in disaster supplement funding from FEMA to install new equipment across Northwest Iowa.
The funding aims to enhance monitoring and flood forecasting systems, enabling Iowans to better prepare for future floods.
The investment will provide real-time data on river conditions and rainfall patterns.
Author's summary: Iowa invests in flood monitoring technology.