The heavy rainfall has caused widespread flooding in Des Moines and surrounding areas, affecting rivers, creeks, and urban infrastructure. The Raccoon River and Walnut Creek have exceeded flood stages, leading to road closures and disruptions. Power outages peaked at 24,300 customers, with 1,400 still without power as of Wednesday afternoon. The outages were caused by downed trees, utility poles, and persistent lightning. Residents near the Des Moines River and north of I-235 are among the hardest hit. The flooding and power outages have disrupted daily life, including school closures and delays in public services.