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Disaster proclamation issued for 5 counties following derecho, tornados
DES MOINES, Iowa — Gov. Kim Reynolds issued a disaster proclamation on Tuesday for five counties after tornados and a derecho caused damage on Monday. The proclamation includes Des Moines, Dubuque, Mitchell, Polk, and Scott counties. The proclamation allows state resources to be utilized to help those affected by the severe weather recover. It also […]
Quad Cities assess damage after derecho pummels Midwest
National Weather Service Tim Gross says the tornado damaged trees, roofs, and cars south of Kimberly Road. The survey team is continuing to assess the damage in southern Rock Island County towards Andover. The Storm Prediction Center says the powerful storm yesterday is a derecho which is a widespread, long-lived...
Damage reports, power outages across Quad Cities, surrounding areas after storm Monday
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - The Quad Cities and surrounding areas had tornado warnings in effect on Monday night, during a storm that brought high winds to the area. Monday was a First Alert Day thru 11 p.m. for high heat and severe storms, which hit the area throughout the day and into the evening.
Everything you need to know for the Rock Island County Fair
EAST MOLINE, Ill. — The Rock Island County Fair is here! The annual attraction has been delighting families in the Quad Cities for more than 150 years, and there's lots in store for 2024. Highlights include animal shows, live music, a demolition derby and more!. However, there's at least...
CLICK HERE FOR JULY 15TH STORM UPDATES
JULY 15, 2024 - Crews are assessing damage throughout the City of Bettendorf after a strong storm swept through the area on July 15, 2024. We will post updates here of any closures/issues. Please be patient as we begin clean-up efforts. If you do not have power, please contact MidAmerican...
Food Truck Fight to take over The Rust Belt this weekend
EAST MOLINE, Ill. (KWQC) - The countdown is on for the return of Food Truck Fight Quad Cities. The event will include all of the same things attendees know and enjoy about the event, like mouth-watering food from local and regional food trucks, live music, and drinks, but this year, it’ll just be in a different location.
Stoplights out of service on Locust Street following Monday night storms
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - In Davenport on Locust Street, stoplights are out of service following the aftermath of Monday night’s storms. TV6 has received multiple reports of drivers passing through intersections without stopping on Locust Street due to the power outages. The Davenport Police Department is reminding drivers to...
Tornado confirmed in Davenport, work continues to restore electricity
(Radio Iowa) – The National Weather Service in the Quad Cities has confirmed a tornado hit Davenport during last night’s storms. Meteorologist Brian Pierce says they don’t know the full extent of the damage or the exact time the tornado touched down, but they do know with some confidence the size and scope of the tornado.
QCA cities announce storm cleanup details
UPDATE: More cities are releasing details on their cleanup efforts after Monday night’s storm. Moline Public Works crews will be actively clearing debris from roadways across the city this week. Public Works will conduct a special pickup in residential areas to collect tree limbs and brush related to the storm on July 15th starting Tuesday, […]
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