DES MOINES, IOWA — A new tornado watch has been issued across portions of Iowa, Illinois, Missouri, and Kansas as a dangerous line of storms moves through the region late tonight. Forecasters warn that the storm system could produce tornadoes, large hail, and damaging winds as it tracks across several states through the overnight hours.
The watch remains in effect until 4:00 AM CST, covering multiple communities including Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, Waterloo, Davenport, Kansas City, Kirksville, and Columbia.
Storms Already Moving Through Parts of Iowa and Missouri
Radar imagery shows thunderstorms stretching across parts of central and eastern Iowa into northern Missouri, with strong storms currently impacting areas near Marshalltown, Grinnell, Ottumwa, and Centerville.
Additional storms are developing farther south near Moberly, Macon, and Columbia in Missouri, moving eastward toward communities including Quincy and Hannibal. Meteorologists say these storms could strengthen as they continue moving through the region overnight.
Tornadoes, Large Hail and Damaging Winds Possible
The tornado watch indicates that significant tornadoes are possible, particularly in areas where storms become organized into rotating supercells. Forecast probabilities highlight a moderate tornado risk, along with the possibility of strong winds and hail…