High Wind Warning Issued for Eastern Iowa and Northeast Missouri Through Monday Morning
The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Warning for parts of Iowa and Missouri, forecasting 60 mph gusts and reduced visibility from snow.
Alert Details
A High Wind Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service in Quad Cities IA IL. This alert indicates that damaging winds are expected within the warning area.
Affected Areas
The warning covers portions of east central, northeast, and southeast Iowa, as well as northeast Missouri. Specific counties include:
- Iowa: Buchanan, Delaware, Dubuque, Benton, Linn, Jones, Jackson, Iowa, Johnson, Cedar, Clinton, Muscatine, Scott, Keokuk, Washington, Louisa, Jefferson, Henry, Des Moines, Van Buren, and Lee.
- Missouri: Scotland and Clark.
What You Should Do
Residents are advised to remain in the lower levels of their homes during the windstorm and stay away from windows. Be alert for falling debris and tree limbs. If you must drive, use extreme caution, particularly if operating a high-profile vehicle. Prepare for the possibility of widespread power outages.
Expected Conditions
Northwest winds are expected to reach speeds of 30 to 40 mph, with gusts peaking at 60 mph. Additionally, snow is expected to fall during portions of this event, which will likely reduce visibilities to a quarter mile or less.
Timeline
The High Wind Warning is effective from 1:00 PM CDT on Sunday, March 15, until 10:00 AM CDT on Monday, March 16.
Source: NOAA Official Notice
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