Severe Thunderstorm Warning — Des Moines 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 12 at 8:02AM CDT until August 12 at 8:30AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
At 802 AM CDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from Wever to near Biggsville, moving southeast at 40 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. SOURCE...Trained weather spotters. IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include... Burlington, Oquawka, West Burlington, Middletown, Gladstone, Rozetta, Gulf Port, Iowa Army Ammunition Plant, Denmark, Augusta, Lone Tree, Carthage Lake, Welter Recreation Area, Shokokon, Spring Grove, Heapsville, Wever, Starr's Cave Park and Preserve, Burlington Regional Airport, and Beaverdale. This also includes Delabar State Park and Henderson County Conservation Area.
Effective August 12, 2026 at 9:02 AM ET · Expires August 12, 2026 at 9:30 AM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Expires
August 12, 2026 at 9:30 AM ET
Last Checked
13 minutes ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Torrential rainfall is occurring with these storms, and may lead to flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Severe Thunderstorm Warning mean for Des Moines 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 (13 minutes ago). It's set to expire August 12, 2026 at 9:30 AM ET.
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