Cedar Rapids, IA Severe Weather Alertstar_ratehome

...Strong Southerly Winds this Afternoon and Early Evening...

Strong south-southwesterly winds will continue this afternoon
through the early evening hours, with occasional gusts as high as
45 mph. There are also some developing showers and a few isolated
thunderstorms this afternoon that could help generate stronger
wind gusts up to 50 mph.

If traveling on east-to-west oriented roads, be prepared for
gusty crosswinds, especially in high profile vehicles. Secure all
loose objects. Winds will begin to diminish by mid-evening.