Headline:
Extreme Heat Warning issued June 30 at 12:01PM CDT until July 2 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Des Moines IA
Event:
Extreme Heat Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 30, 2026 - 10:01am
Expires:
June 30, 2026 - 8:15pm
Description:
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 104
expected.
* WHERE...Portions of southern and southeast Iowa.
* WHEN...Until 10 PM CDT Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat and high humidity events.
Instruction:
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose
fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning
or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and
heat stroke.
Area Description:
Dallas; Polk; Jasper; Poweshiek; Madison; Warren; Marion; Mahaska; Union; Clarke; Lucas; Monroe; Wapello; Taylor; Ringgold; Decatur; Wayne; Appanoose; Davis
Forcast Office:
NWS Des Moines IA
Sender: