Code Red Alert from the Louisa County Sheriff’s Office states there is a mandatory evacuation of Oakville and surrounding bottoms. This includes areas north of the Hawkeye Dolby Ditch to the Iowa River Bridge West of Oakville. Residents must be evacuated by 8 a.m. Monday (6/16/2008) morning. Officers ask that you place a white piece of paper on the front door to let them know the residence has indeed been evacuated. National Guard are being sent to the area for security. Please remember:
Solid Rock Baptist Church 14041 Locust Street, Wapello, 523-5320
- Will be a local shelter 24/7
- Will be serving 2 meals a day at noon and evening
- They will be serving residents needs through the duration of the flood and until it is
safe for families to return to their homes
- They are setting up mobile shower and laundry facilities
- You may go just for meals or showering even if you do not need to stay at the shelter
- They currently do not need supply support as they are being supported by the Red Cross
