A risk for scattered severe thunderstorms exists early Wednesday morning, primarily between midnight and 6am. The primary threats are large hail and damaging wind gusts, though over southeast Iowa (along/SE of an Ottumwa to Davenport line) a few tornadoes are possible. #iawx
Here are this week’s mobile radar locations. Please drive safely!
Mon
3100 Blk ML King Pkwy
2900 Blk 6th Ave
Tue
2800 Blk Indianola Ave
1000 Blk SE 14th St
Wed
300 Blk SE McKinley Ave
1700 Blk Park Ave
#slowdown#drivesafe
Dangerous travel is expected for much of the next 24 hours! Blowing snow will lead to whiteout conditions over northern Iowa Sunday and Sunday night. Travel in this area is discouraged! #iawx
A cold front will move across Iowa today. In addition to strong northwest winds, a few bursts of snow or snow squalls are possible, which would quickly reduce visibilities in snow for short periods. Refreezing on roadways possible as temperatures fall. #iawx
Strong winds develop on Thursday, with gusts of 40 to 50 mph expected. Strong crosswinds, as well as light snow showers, Thursday afternoon could make travel hazardous.
⚠️ A Wind Advisory is in effect for areas along and east of I-35 on Thursday.
At 6:15 p.m., most central Iowa roads are completely covered with snow - pink on the https://t.co/xHMBjn2ape map legend. It's a good time to refresh on what our two pink designations mean with winter precipitation. Hint: You're covered for everything with our new ice definition!
Winter Storm Warning has been expanded south to include more locations along US 30 corridor such as Boone, Ames and Marshalltown. Winter Weather Advisory is in effect for other portions of the state through tonight as well. #iawx
400pm--snow is pushing through central Iowa. Be alert for rapidly deteriorating travel conditions. Drive for the conditions. Find the latest road condition information from the Iowa DOT 511 app or the Iowa DOT 511 website at https://t.co/jZeMAruyjs. #iawx
The next round of snow will cross Iowa Saturday afternoon through Saturday night. How much and where the highest totals will fall remains uncertain, but overall confidence in accumulating snow and some travel impacts is increasing. Please monitor forecast updates!
The December issue of the West Des Moines Fire Department monthly newsletter is now available on our website. Learn the facts behind some common fire safety myths. https://t.co/XYaxPFR7sV
I-80 Eastbound near the Walnut Exit (46.5 milemarker) is CLOSED due to a multi car crash. Only minor injuries have been reported.
Please avoid the area so First Responders and Maintenance Workers can clear the roadway. #iawx
🎥: Iowa DOT 511 App