Iowa hit by first January tornadoes in 56 years, U.S.

Iowa hit by first January tornadoes in 56 years, U.S.

On January 16, 2023, Iowa experienced a rare meteorological event as two tornadoes touched down in the eastern part of the state, marking the first January tornadoes in Iowa in 56 years. According to the National Weather Service (NWS), the last time Iowa saw January tornadoes was in 1967 — with a total of 13 tornadoes during the month. While tornadoes are a relatively common occurrence in Iowa, with peak season typically taking place in May, January tornadoes are a rare phenomenon.

Destructive tornadoes hit Iowa, leaving at least 7 people dead, U.S.

Destructive tornadoes hit Iowa, leaving at least 7 people dead, U.S.

At least 7 people have been killed and several others severely injured after multiple tornadoes hit parts of central and southern Iowa on Saturday afternoon into Sunday, March 5 into 6, 2022. The tornadoes caused widespread damage, with areas of Madison County…

Des Moines breaks single-day snowfall record set in 1895, Iowa

Des Moines breaks single-day snowfall record set in 1895, Iowa

Des Moines in Iowa set a new single-day snowfall record on Monday, January 25, 2021, after the city recorded up to 26.2 cm (10.3 inches), breaking the previous record of 25.4 cm (10 inches) set in 1895. Snow started falling Monday noon in central Iowa and continued…

Dozens of homes damaged as tornadoes rip through US Midwest

Dozens of homes damaged as tornadoes rip through US Midwest

At least two people were injured and dozens of homes damaged as severe storms accompanied by tornadoes and large hail swept through the US states of Iowa, Missouri, Minnesota, and Wisconsin on Wednesday afternoon, June 28, 2017. NWS Storm Prediction Center received…