Drought Worsens + Possible Severe Weather on the Way
As drought conditions worsen across the state, there is the possibility of strong to severe storms on Friday afternoon/night.
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Possible Severe Weather Thursday in Iowa
After the first batch of rainfall this morning, the day will heat up into the upper-80s, and storms are expected to redevelop and will have the potential to be severe. Damaging winds, large hail, and even tornadoes are a possibility.
The National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center has placed Eastern Iowa at a 'Level 2' (Slight) risk of severe weather this afternoon.
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