EXPIRED: Widespread Severe Storms Likely Tonight in North Central and Northeast Iowa
The National Weather Service warns of a potentially dangerous severe weather event tonight across north central and northeast Iowa, with the highest local risk level at 4 out of 5 for much of the KCHA/Bull listening area.
Timing: Storms are expected to develop over eastern South Dakota this afternoon and evening, then race east into southeast Minnesota and northeast Iowa by late evening, with the greatest local threat from 10 p.m. to 4 a.m.
Primary Threat:
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Damaging winds are the main concern, with widespread gusts potentially exceeding 70 mph.
Secondary Threats:
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Heavy rain that could cause localized flooding
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A brief tornado is also possible within stronger storm segments
What To Expect:
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Storms will arrive quickly and move east across the area overnight.
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While they may gradually weaken as they move farther east, the strongest storms are likely in the red and orange shaded regions of the map — including Mason City, Charles City, Osage, New Hampton, Decorah and Waterloo.
What To Do:
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Stay Weather Aware: Keep multiple ways to receive warnings (weather radios, apps, alerts).
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Plan Ahead: If you have outdoor activities or are camping, especially west of the Mississippi, make preparations now.
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Be Ready to Take Shelter: Move indoors when warnings are issued.
Stay tuned to 95.9 KCHA and 95.1 The Bull for live coverage and updates as this severe weather unfolds.
