Video: Collections: Iowa Natural Disasters 2008
Video from around the state of the effects of the floods, storms and tornadoes that ravaged the state in summer 2008.
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Floods Swamp Midwest Towns and Farms (#3341)
In the Midwest, heavy rain and rising floodwaters swept through small towns and farm fields in the most extensive devastation since the “500-year floods” of 1993. 01:45
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Kevin McCarthy on Flood Disaster (#3541)
Full Program: Capitol reporters interview Iowa House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy on matters of the Floods of '08. The reporters are Mike Glover of Associated Press and David Yepsen of the Des Moines Register. Dean ... 27:45
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Iowa Floods 2008 - Beaver Creek (West Side)
Beaver Creek - Johnston, Iowa (via DannysDigitalDomain on YouTube) 00:35
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Tornadoes: Up Close and Personal
Tornadoes: Up Close and Personal (via dj6ual on YouTube) 01:52
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Interview w/Iowa Boy Scouts: We Were Prepared
Two Iowa Boy Scouts, interviewed by NBC's Today Show, discuss what happed when a tornado came through their camp killing four people and injuring more than 50. (via georgiahunter4333 on YouTube) 06:11
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For Kids: Coping with Natural Disaster (2 of 2)
Maria and Elmo from Sesame Street talk about how things can be scary sometimes, and there might not always be answers, but that a big hug can make a big difference. 00:24
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For Parents and Caregivers: Coping with Natural Disaster
Maria from Sesame Street gives parents straightforward encouragement on helping communicate with kids during difficult times. 00:29
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For Kids: Coping with Natural Disaster (1 of 2)
Maria and Elmo from Sesame Street talk about their fears and concerns, and about how important it is to talk to someone about your feelings. 00:21
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Iowa Floods and Natural Disasters - Taking Stock (Full Program) (#164)
Full Program: The Iowa Journal will assess the economic impact from the storms with David Swenson, an Iowa State University economist and L.D. McMullen, retired CEO and General Manager of the Des Moines Water Works.... 27:46
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Discussion: Iowa Natural Disasters 2008 - Looking Ahead (#164)
The Iowa Journal assesses the economic impact from the 2008 storms with David Swenson, an Iowa State University economist and L.D. McMullen, retired CEO and General Manager of the Des Moines Water Works.... 13:42
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Flooding Across Iowa - 2008 Floods Overview (#164)
A look at the effects of extreme weather on Iowa, including flooding in Mason City, Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, Des Moines, and in rural areas. 06:06
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Web Exclusive: L.D. McMullen and David Swenson on 2008 Iowa Floods (#164)
The Iowa Journal assesses the economic impact from the 2008 storms with David Swenson, an Iowa State University economist and L.D. McMullen, retired CEO and General Manager of the Des Moines Water Works.... 11:09
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4 Dead, 40 Hurt As Tornado Hits Boy Scout Camp
A tornado struck a western Iowa Boy Scout camp Wednesday, killing at least four people and injuring 40, an Iowa Homeland Security spokeswoman said. (via AssociatedPress on YouTube) 02:06
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Aerial tour of flooding in Eastern Iowa
Gazette photographer Cliff Jette took an aerial tour of flood-damaged areas of Eastern Iowa on Wednesday, June 11, 2008. Areas covered include Cedar Rapids, Palo and Vinton. (via gazetteonline on YouTube)... 01:41
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Flooded Cornfields
Driving South on the interstate I was impressed at just how flooded the cornfields were. (via gene5335 on YouTube) 00:58
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Cedar Rapids Flood 2008 UPDATE
Updated photos of Cedar Rapids flood taken on June 11, 2008. (via rudedog699900 on YouTube) 06:10
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Floods of 2008 - Boone, Iowa (June 1, 2008)
Boone, Iowa New Highway 30 on June 1, 2008 (via carlson1994 on YouTube) 00:47
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Waterloo Flood 2008
Downtown flooding in Waterloo Iowa on June 10-11, 2008 (via alenrosic on YouTube) 04:58
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Floods in Des Moines (June 11, 2008)
Floods in Des Moines. (via dannybishopdsm on YouTube) 02:50
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Flood of 2008 in Cedar Rapids Iowa
Historic flooding of Cedar Rapids Iowa in 2008. (via tdriskell6313 on YouTube) 00:40














