The National Weather Service in Des Moines has issued a severe thunderstorm warning until 2:30 p.m. Friday for northeastern Dallas County, northwestern Polk County, southeastern Greene County, southwestern Story County and all of Boone County.
At 1 p.m. a severe thunderstorm was located over Ogden, or 10 miles west of Boone, moving southeast at 30 mph.
Hazards include tennis-ball size hail and 60 mph wind gusts. Radar indicates this storm has a history of producing large hail, and the storm is intensifying.
People and animals outdoors will be injured. Expect hail damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
Locations impacted include Woodward, Madrid, Granger, Saylorville Lake and Big Creek Lake. This includes Interstate 35 between mile markers 106 and 109.
This is a dangerous storm. Prepare immediately for large destructive hail capable of producing significant damage. People outside should move to shelter inside a strong building, and stay away from windows.
ThePerryNews.com will update this weather story as forecasts evolve.
