Severe Thunderstorm Warning — Adams County, Iowa
A thunderstorm capable of producing damaging winds of 58+ mph and/or 1-inch hail has been detected.
Current Status
⛈️ Active: Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued August 5 at 3:49AM CDT until August 5 at 4:30AM CDT by NWS Des Moines IA
At 348 AM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Nodaway, or 6 miles southwest of Corning, moving east at 30 mph. HAZARD...Ping pong ball size hail and 60 mph wind gusts. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...People and animals outdoors will be injured. Expect hail damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include... Corning, Lenox, Lake Icaria, Clearfield, Prescott, Nodaway, Sharpsburg, Kent, Carbon, Corning Municipal Airport, and Lake Icaria State Park.
Effective August 5, 2026 at 4:49 AM ET · Expires August 5, 2026 at 5:30 AM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Des Moines IA
Expires
August 5, 2026 at 5:30 AM ET
Last Checked
1 minute ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.
Also In Effect For
This same Severe Thunderstorm Warning also covers:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Severe Thunderstorm Warning mean for Adams County, Iowa?
A thunderstorm capable of producing damaging winds of 58+ mph and/or 1-inch hail has been detected.
Is this Severe Thunderstorm Warning currently active?
Yes — this alert is active as of our last check (1 minute ago). It's set to expire August 5, 2026 at 5:30 AM ET.
How do I get notified about Severe Thunderstorm Warning alerts for Adams County?
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Severe Thunderstorm Warning is also in effect for Taylor County.