Severe thunderstorms are possible across parts of the southern Plains Thursday, with large hail the main threat. A few instances of 2+ inch diameter hail are possible. A storm system moving north along the New England coast will bring heavy rain and gusty winds to the region Thursday and Friday. Read More >
Des Moines, IA
Weather Forecast Office
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Current Watches, Warnings, and Advisories | Current Visibilities Map Courtesy of the Iowa Environmental Mesonet |
A Dense Fog Advisory means that widespread visibility reductions of a quarter of a mile or less are expected or occurring. Please exercise caution if you are driving in the advisory area. |
Staying Safe
Dense fog poses the greatest risk to those who are traveling by automobiles since it reduces the distance the driver can see in front of him or her. Following these simple tips should help reduce your risk of getting into an accident due to dense fog:
US Dept of Commerce
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
National Weather Service
Des Moines, IA
9607 NW Beaver Drive
Johnston, IA 50131-1908
515-270-2614
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