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Storm Impacting the Southwest U.S.

A slow moving weather disturbance will continue to bring periodic rain showers, a few isolated thunderstorms, and a localized flash flooding across the Southwest. The threat will expand into the Southern Plains Wednesday night. Moderate to heavy snow across the Sierra Nevada and southern Utah Ranges will continue into the overnight period. Read More >

Overview

 

 

Strong storms developed late Thursday evening across north central IA and moved southeast.  These storms quickly became severe and entered Keokuk county. Numerous downed trees, crop damage, and large hail were reported. 

The northwest portions of the county received 2+ inches of rain in a short amount of time and wind gusts between 60-70 mph were also observed.  

 

Surface Analysis Courtesy Weather Prediction Center (WPC)