MUSCATINE, Iowa — The City of Muscatine is directing all residents of the north side of the 200 block of East 2nd Street to continue complying with the mandatory evacuation order issued last week. This order remains in effect as a precautionary measure to protect public safety.
Beginning Tuesday, June 23 at 5:00 p.m., the Muscatine Police Department will conduct regular patrols of the affected area to ensure that no unauthorized individuals enter the buildings under evacuation. City officials will coordinate directly with property owners and tenants to arrange scheduled access for the retrieval of essential personal belongings. The safety and well-being of residents remain the City’s highest priority, and re-entry will be permitted only after each structure has been formally deemed safe.
The evacuation was initiated following a June 13 structural engineering assessment, which determined that two buildings—already slated for demolition—were unsafe after an exterior wall at 203 East 2nd Street partially collapsed onto the roof of 201 East 2nd Street. Subsequent unexpected movement in nearby structures prompted the City to expand inspections and evacuations to all residential buildings within the block.
36 apartment units and 18 businesses remain evacuated
To support affected residents and business owners, the City has launched a dedicated online resource page containing updates, inspection information, and available assistance. This page will continue to serve as the central source for official updates. Visit www.muscatineiowa.gov for the latest information.
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