Iowa High Wind Warning | Effective 05/16/2026 20:08

Headline: 
High Wind Warning issued May 16 at 10:08PM CDT until May 17 at 1:00AM CDT by NWS Des Moines IA
Event: 
High Wind Warning
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 16, 2026 - 8:08pm
Expires: 
May 16, 2026 - 11:00pm
Description: 
* WHAT...Southeast winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts to 55-65 mph. * WHERE...Jasper, Poweshiek, Clarke, Lucas, Madison, Mahaska, Marion, Union, and Warren Counties. * WHEN...Until 1 AM CDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
Instruction: 
Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution if you must drive.
Area Description: 
Jasper; Poweshiek; Madison; Warren; Marion; Mahaska; Union; Clarke; Lucas
Forcast Office: 
NWS Des Moines IA
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov