Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding, Columbus Junction, IA, June 16, 2008 The flooded section of lower Columbus Junction now has sign that names a newly created lake, thanks to an anonymous resident. The high water from the rain-swelled Iowa and Cedar rivers broke through the town's levee on Saturday night.. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding, Columbus Junction, IA, June 16, 2008 The flooded section of lower Columbus Junction now has sign that names a newly created lake, thanks to an anonymous resident. The high water from the rain-swelled Iowa and Cedar rivers broke through the town's levee on Saturday night.. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials Stock Photo

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