Iowa
Flooding, bacteria impacting parks & beaches this 4th of July
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) – Iowans will want to check before heading to their favorite state parks and beaches this 4th of July holiday.
The Iowa DNR says flooding and higher levels of bacteria are impacting several parks and beaches, including some in eastern Iowa.
In Black Hawk County, George Wyth State Park will be closed until at least July 9th because of flooding on the Cedar River. The DNR says the park is closed to all traffic, cars, bikes, walking, hiking and people. With trails flooded, gates will be closed for safety.
In Delaware County, the Iowa DNR says the North, East, and West gates at Backbone State Park are closed because of flooding. The DNR also says swimming at Backbone Lake is not recommended because of higher levels of E. Coli.
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