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No, those weren't funnel clouds. NWS explains the scud clouds seen in Iowa's skies.
While Wednesday's storm rolled in, Iowans pointed their fingers at what looked like tornadoes trying to touch down. But they weren't funnel clouds. Instead, scud clouds are to blame for reports of possible tornadic activity. So, what are scud clouds and why are they mistaken for tornadoes? What are scud clouds? ...
Just How Many Iowa Jobs Did John Deere Cut This Year?
In July, John Deere announced that there would be layoffs all across the company. Company officials gave the following explanation for the most recent round of layoffs;. "Despite our efforts to contain costs and optimize production and inventory levels, the strategies we have implemented – including a global hiring freeze – have proven insufficient in addressing the challenges posed by declining customer demand, rising costs, and prevailing economic uncertainties crucial for ensuring the long-term health of our business."
‘American Pickers’ Will Film in Iowa This September
Earlier this summer, the show 'Antiques Roadshow' made a stop in Iowa to film a couple of episodes. Now, another popular show will be returning to the state to film!. A recent article from the Iowa City Press-Citizen reports that 'American Pickers' is set to do some antique-hunting in Iowa in September of 2024. If you're not familiar with the History Channel series, the official website reads:
Monster Sightings – What Supernatural Creatures Lurk in Iowa?
This week, some new episodes of the series 'Unsolved Mysteries' dropped on Netflix, and, of course, I watched all five episodes in one sitting. The final episode of Volume 4 was titled, The Mothman Revisited, and it was easily my favorite of the bunch. The Mothman is described as a...
Highest wind gust reports from Wednesday's severe storms in Nebraska, Iowa
OMAHA, Neb. — A line of severe thunderstorms produced destructive wind gusts Wednesday evening across eastern Nebraska and southwest Iowa, especially around Lincoln and the Omaha metro. Hurricane force: How strong were the winds as severe thunderstorms moved through Omaha area?. Here's a list of the highest thunderstorm wind...
StormTeam 3: Lingering showers and storms possible today
A low-end threat for showers and storms exists Thursday with a severe weather risk also in the cards. A low pressure system is sitting over southeastern Minnesota and North Iowa Thursday morning, which will eventually push eastward. This movement will open the door for the possibility of some wrap-around showers and storms into the region. Due to our humid air mass that remains in place, any storm that does manage to form has the potential to reach severe criteria.
Iowa DCI: Investigations of police shootings involve far more than just viewing cam videos
Even in a world where surveillance cameras seem to be everywhere, investigating an officer-related shooting is not as easy as pushing the “play” button on a body cam, an Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation official says. The DCI will be investigating the fatal shooting by Des Moines police Tuesday of a Nebraska man...
As storms become more frequent and intense, West Des Moines insurer IMT exits Minnesota
In the midst of its worst financial stretch in company history, IMT Insurance Co. will exit the Minnesota market, extend a pause on new business and continue to raise customers' deductibles. The West Des Moines company announced the changes in emails to agents over the last two weeks, most recently sharing its decision...
Western Iowa Braces for Heat as Weekend Approaches with Mild Thunderstorms
Des Moines, IA – Western Iowa is expected to experience a warm and mostly calm end to the week, according to the latest forecast from the US National Weather Service in Des Moines. A few thunderstorms may develop over the northeast region of the state this afternoon and early evening, but the potential for severe weather remains low. The overall weather pattern is set to bring dry conditions through the weekend.
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