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Des Moines, Iowa – Strong thunderstorms capable of producing 70 mph wind gusts could erupt near the I-35 and I-80 corridors after 4 p.m. Friday, putting the evening commute at risk across central Iowa. Residents should finalize severe weather plans before storms redevelop later in the day.
According to the National Weather Service in Des Moines, two rounds of storms are expected — the first arriving late Thursday night into early Friday morning, followed by a potentially stronger round Friday afternoon into the evening. The greatest severe threat appears tied to the Friday afternoon and evening storms, which may produce large hail, damaging winds, and the possibility of tornadoes…