A few thunderstorms have developed along the southbound cold front that is currently extending across the southern half of the state. The storms are extending from the Quad Cities to near Oskaloosa. They are moving slowly to the SE. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued until 7pm this evening for Des Moines, Henry, Lee …
Author: Jeff Wilcox
Storms Entering the State
A line of showers and thunderstorms are beginning to move into the state from southern Minnesota. They are quickly moving to the SE around 30 mph. These storms aren’t expected to be severe, but may bring brief wind gusts to 40mph and some brief heavy downpours, though heavy flooding rain is not expected (except for …
Current River Flood Warnings as of Tuesday PM (07/27/10)
Here is the currrent up to date list of river flood warnings. A few of the warnings expire this evening or late tonight. Most of the rivers have crested or will crest over the next few days. Des Moines River near Eddyville Raccoon River at Fleur Drive (DSM) Des Moines River at Ottumwa North Raccoon …
RAGBRAI XXXVIII Wednesday
Above is the forecast for the RAGBRAI Route from Clear Lake to Charles City. There is a chance of showers and thunderstorms before Noon, with clearing skies the rest of the afternoon.
RAGBRAI XXXVIII Tuesday
Here is the forecast for the RAGBRAI route from Algona to Clear Lake. Luckily it’s only a 60 mile ride. It will be very humid with heat indices approaching 100°. There is a chance of thunderstorms in Clear Lake mainly after Midnight Wednesday morning.
No More Lake Delhi
After the breach of the Lake Delhi Dam (also known as Hartwick Lake Dam) on Saturday afternoon, the entire lake except for the main channel of the Maquoketa river has completely drained out. Once a resort area in the northeastern part of Iowa, now has boats moored on dried out mud yards away from any …
Current River Flood Warnings as of Late Sunday (07/25/10)
Here is the current up to date list of river flood warnings across the state. Des Moines River near Eddyville Raccoon River at Fleur Drive (DSM) Des Moines River at Ottumwa Des Moines River near Stratford North Raccoon River near Perry Raccoon River at IA Hwy 28 (DSM) West Fork Des Moines River at Humboldt …
RAGBRAI XXXVIII Monday
Above is the forecast for the RAGBRAI ride from Storm Lake to Algona.
RAGBRAI XXXVIII Sunday
Here is the forecast for the RAGBRAI route today (it’s a tad late due to flooding concerns the last 24-48 hours). Monday’s weather will be up by later this afternoon. All the daily route maps can be seen at the link below. Daily Route Maps
What the Breach at Lake Delhi Looks Like Now
This picture, taken from the air, shows the large breach just south of the dam at Lake Delhi. The expected surge of water that was heading downstream has dissipated in the flatlands near Hopkinton, the river is near crest at the Lake now and is expected to begin falling late tonight into Sunday.