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Iowa Hit by Severe Storms: Hail and High Winds Unleashed
18 Jun
Summary
- Storms are producing large hail up to 2 inches in diameter.
- Winds will gust up to 50 mph, with advisories for southern and western Iowa.
- A chance for showers and storms returns this weekend for Iowa.
Severe storms are currently impacting Iowa, bringing with them the threat of large hail, with stones up to 2 inches in diameter possible. Strong straight-line winds are also a concern as these storms move through the state.
In addition to thunderstorm activity, non-thunderstorm wind gusts of 30 to 50 mph are expected today. Wind Advisories are in effect for southern Iowa this morning into the early afternoon and for western and northwestern Iowa from the afternoon through the evening.
Patchy showers and isolated storms may continue this afternoon, potentially enhancing wind speeds locally. These storm chances and strong winds are anticipated to diminish overnight.
Looking ahead, the workweek is expected to be sunnier, though isolated afternoon showers may still occur. Another period of showers and storms is forecast for the upcoming weekend, starting Saturday night and continuing into Sunday.
