Streaky, heavy rainfall is expected Tuesday night as some parts of Iowa will see 1-3" of rain.
DES MOINES, Iowa — Tuesday evening is shaping up to be more active in terms of weather as storms roll across the state.
The Local 5 Weather Team forecasts that the most likely areas to see severe storms will be along and south of a line from Red Oak to Des Moines to Cedar Rapids after 3 p.m. The storm window opened at 3 p.m. and closes as storms exit the area to the east by 8 p.m.
Streaky heavy rainfall is also expected and some will see 1-3" of rain.
Initially discrete, threats of tornadoes and hail will be possible before evolving more into a line as they move east. As this happens, wind will become more a dominant threat with some spin-up tornadoes along the way.
You can view the full forecast here. A full list of storm reports from the National Weather Service is available at this link.
[3:10 PM] 📡Radar Update: Storms continue to develop over central and southern IA this afternoon. Stronger storms will be capable of producing damaging winds, hail and potentially a tornado.
ALERT: A Severe Thunderstorm Warning is in effect until 7/02 5:00PM for Lucas, Monroe, Wayne Co. Seek shelter indoors until this storm passes your area! #IAWXpic.twitter.com/3PhOWbGUro
A Flood Watch is also in effect for major portions of the state through Wednesday morning.
Not only some strong to severe storms, but also an excessive rainfall (flooding) risk later today that could lead to some flash flooding and urban water issues. #iawxpic.twitter.com/9PoYgvUZRo