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High Wind Warning
Issued: 8:20 PM Jan. 21, 2026 – National Weather Service
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM CST THIS EVENING... ...EXTREME COLD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE THURSDAY NIGHT THROUGH SATURDAY MORNING... * WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, west northwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph. For the Extreme Cold Watch, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 35 below possible. * WHERE...Much central into south central Iowa, including portions of Interstate 80 and Interstate 35. * WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 11 PM CST this evening. For the Extreme Cold Watch, from late Thursday night through Saturday morning. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 35 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution if you must drive. Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside. &&
Extreme Cold Watch
Issued: 8:20 PM Jan. 21, 2026 – National Weather Service
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM CST THIS EVENING... ...EXTREME COLD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE THURSDAY NIGHT THROUGH SATURDAY MORNING... * WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, west northwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph. For the Extreme Cold Watch, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 35 below possible. * WHERE...Much central into south central Iowa, including portions of Interstate 80 and Interstate 35. * WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 11 PM CST this evening. For the Extreme Cold Watch, from late Thursday night through Saturday morning. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 35 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution if you must drive. Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside. &&
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