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The evacuated zone is predicted to remain evacuated for 7 days.

The Cedar Rapids Transit Department has announced that due to street closures associated with preparations for the impending flooding of the Cedar River, they are suspending bus service.

Late this morning, the Cedar Rapids City Council declared a state of emergency, and the city is preparing everywhere you look. The latest crest projection is now being reported at 25.3 feet from the original 24.0 feet.

At the end of today's press conference at City Hall, Cedar Rapids Mayor asked the city council to declare a state of emergency as the impending flood could top 24 feet by Monday evening.

Cedar Rapids city leaders held another press conference this morning to update the public on the flood waters making their way towards the city.

The Cedar River is projected to crest at more then 24 feet. Let's all work together. The Corridor needs our help.

Volunteers are needed for sandbagging, as the National Weather Service predicts a 24.1 foot cresting of the Cedar River on Monday.

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is issuing a warning to anyone with a private well for drinking water.

The city is forecast to see a Cedar River crest of 24.1 feet and the city has sprung into action with flood prevention efforts.