Iowa Severe Weather

Severe Weather Reports in Iowa on Friday August 15th

Strong Storms Batter Northern and Eastern Iowa Friday

August 16, 2025 Zach Sharpe

Strong storms swept across northern and eastern Iowa Friday, bringing 72-mph winds, large hail, and damage from trees down to lightning strikes.

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Brief Tornadoes Verified in Iowa & Missouri Sunday Evening

August 11, 2025 Zach Sharpe

Two brief EF-Unknown tornadoes were confirmed near Summitville, IA, and Kahoka, MO, on Aug 10, 2025, by NWS Quad Cities using video evidence.

Severe Weather Reports from Saturday Morning August 9

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Damaging Thunderstorms Sweep from Central Nebraska into Western Iowa Early Saturday

August 9, 2025 Zach Sharpe

Damaging storms swept from central Nebraska into western Iowa Aug. 9, bringing 90+ mph winds, flooding, and widespread damage early Saturday.

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Severe Storms Rip Through Northern Iowa Overnight, Leaving Behind Damage and Power Outages

July 28, 2025 Zach Sharpe

Severe storms swept through Iowa overnight July 27–28, bringing up to 70 mph winds, downed trees, power outages, and damage across parts of Iowa.

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What is SKYWARN?

July 2, 2025 Zach Sharpe

Learn about SKYWARN, the National Weather Service’s volunteer program that trains storm spotters to report severe weather. Discover how to join, what spotters report, and why it saves lives.

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Iowa Weekend Weather Outlook

June 27, 2025 Zach Sharpe

Severe storms possible in Iowa this weekend: Weak activity Friday, limited threat Saturday, but Sunday brings highest risk for hail and damaging winds.

Forecast

Severe Storms and Flash Flooding Possible Monday Across Iowa

June 22, 2025 Zach Sharpe

Severe storms and flash flooding are possible across Iowa Monday. Damaging winds, hail, and heavy rain expected. Stay weather aware throughout the day.