How Likely is Spring Flooding in Eastern Iowa This Year?
As the temperatures begin to warm, so does the risk of Spring flooding. Will it happen this year?
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UPDATE: Five Tornadoes Confirmed In Northeast Iowa, 13 Statewide
The National Weather Service has categorized Wednesday's storm as a derecho.
Here’s How You Can Be An Iowa Storm Spotter
While this is not an official "storm chasing" certification this could be the next best thing, especially in Northeastern Iowa. It's pretty simple to be a storm spotter in Iowa.
New National Weather Service Warning Category Will Trigger Alert On Your Phone
The NWS will put new warning options in place on Monday, August 2.
How To Be An Iowa Storm Spotter
Well, it turns out that it's actually Severe Weather Awareness Week and if you're looking to chase some awesome storms, do I have an idea for you. While this is not an official "storm chasing" certification this could be the next best thing, especially in Northeastern Iowa. It's pretty simple to be a storm spotter in Iowa.
With All This Snow, Are Spring Floods Coming?
With a record snow pack in Eastern Iowa, are spring floods a certainty?
Winter Weather Advisory Tonight
The National Weather Service in Des Moines has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for portions of Iowa, including Black Hawk and surrounding counties.
The advisory goes into effect Friday at 6 PM and runs through Saturday at 6 PM.
Light rain this afternoon will turn to snow...
Maximum Derecho Winds Estimated at 140 MPH in Cedar Rapids
The National Weather Service estimates that the wind speeds from last week's derecho were even higher than first reported.
Threat For Spring Flooding Remains High
The NWS says that the threat of spring flooding in Eastern Iowa remains high.
NOAA: Above-Average Precipitation Likely in Iowa This Winter
That makes three different entities forecasting a snowy winter in Iowa.