**Severe Weather Alert Issued on July 10 at 6:30 PM CDT by the National Weather Service Quad Cities IA IL**
At 6:29 PM CDT, trained weather spotters reported the presence of slow-moving thunderstorms over East Dubuque, near Dubuque, advancing eastward at 40 mph. The hazards associated with this storm include minor flooding. The source of this information is trained weather spotters, and the expected impacts include delays or detours in traffic due to ponding or flowing water. There may also be closures of waterfront access points due to flooding.
Areas affected include Dubuque, Freeport, Galena, Mount Carroll, Asbury, Dyersville, Lena, Bellevue, Cascade, Stockton, Epworth, East Dubuque, Farley, Lanark, Warren, Peosta, Hanover, Pearl City, Elizabeth, and Shannon. If outdoors, it is advised to seek shelter indoors. Torrential rainfall is currently taking place and may result in localized flooding. Motorists are urged to avoid driving through flooded roadways and steer clear of flood-prone areas. Report any instances of flooding to local law enforcement authorities. Additionally, frequent cloud-to-ground lightning is associated with this storm, and lightning strikes can occur up to 10 miles away from the thunderstorm. To ensure safety, find shelter inside a building or vehicle. If heavy rain persists, a flash flood warning may be issued.
