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Heavy Rainfall and Flooding Concerns in the Southwest; Coastal Low to Impact the East Coast

Deep tropical moisture will lead to widespread showers and thunderstorms capable of producing flash flooding through early next week over the Southwest and Four Corners. A coastal storm is expected to develop off the southeast U.S. coast tonight and is expected to strengthen and bring flooding, dangerous rip currents, gusty winds and heavy rain up much of the East Coast through early next week. Read More >

Overview

 

 

Strong storms developed late Thursday evening across north central IA and moved southeast.  These storms quickly became severe and entered Keokuk county. Numerous downed trees, crop damage, and large hail were reported. 

The northwest portions of the county received 2+ inches of rain in a short amount of time and wind gusts between 60-70 mph were also observed.  

 

Surface Analysis Courtesy Weather Prediction Center (WPC)