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Heat Advisory 5, NWS Des Moines, IA

August 8, 202132 counties in Iowa

NWS Des Moines, IA issued this heat advisory at Aug 8, 2021, 3:39 PM CDT for 32 counties in Iowa. It took effect at Aug 9, 2021, 12:00 PM CDT. It was in force for 31 hr.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Aug 8, 2021, 3:39 PM CDT (20:39 UTC)
In effect from
Aug 9, 2021, 12:00 PM CDT
Expired
Aug 10, 2021, 7:00 PM CDT
In force
31 hr
Issued by
NWS Des Moines, IA
All 32 counties

Adair County, IA, Adams County, IA, Appanoose County, IA, Black Hawk County, IA, Boone County, IA, Bremer County, IA, Butler County, IA, Cass County, IA, Clarke County, IA, Dallas County, IA, Davis County, IA, Decatur County, IA, Grundy County, IA, Guthrie County, IA, Hardin County, IA, Jasper County, IA, Lucas County, IA, Madison County, IA, Mahaska County, IA, Marion County, IA, Marshall County, IA, Monroe County, IA, Polk County, IA, Poweshiek County, IA, Ringgold County, IA, Story County, IA, Tama County, IA, Taylor County, IA, Union County, IA, Wapello County, IA, Warren County, IA, Wayne County, IA

The radar

The Des Moines radar (KDMX), 36 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 20:43 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

Open the radar archive at this moment

The archived warnings, watches and discussions in force at that minute are drawn over the scan, this one among them.

The nearest sounding before it

Davenport, (KDVN), launched 12:00Z, 8.7 hours before the alert went out and 243 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Davenport, at 12:00Z on 2021-08-08Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 567 joules per kilogram.LCLLFCEL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km15 km-30°-20°-10°0°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Davenport, at 12:00Z on 2021-08-08The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 51 square meters per square second.193958Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
The wind turning with height, colored by layer: ground to 1 km, 1 to 3 km, 3 to 6 km, 6 to 10 km.
Mixed-layer CAPE
567 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
-127 J/kg
Mixed-layer LCL
1067 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
18 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
51 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
-8 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.2

Open this sounding in Storm Lab

The text

As transmitted.

692 
WWUS73 KDMX 082039
NPWDMX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
339 PM CDT Sun Aug 8 2021

IAZ070>075-081>086-092>097-090445-
/O.NEW.KDMX.HT.Y.0005.210809T1700Z-210810T0100Z/
Cass-Adair-Madison-Warren-Marion-Mahaska-Adams-Union-Clarke-Lucas-
Monroe-Wapello-Taylor-Ringgold-Decatur-Wayne-Appanoose-Davis-
Including the cities of Atlantic, Greenfield, Stuart, Adair, 
Fontanelle, Winterset, Earlham, Indianola, Norwalk, Carlisle, 
Pella, Knoxville, Oskaloosa, Corning, Creston, Osceola, Chariton,
Albia, Ottumwa, Bedford, Lenox, New Market, Mount Ayr, Lamoni, 
Leon, Corydon, Seymour, Allerton, Humeston, Centerville, 
and Bloomfield
339 PM CDT Sun Aug 8 2021

...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 8 PM CDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Heat index values up to 105 or higher expected.

* WHERE...Parts of southern Iowa.

* WHEN...From noon to 8 PM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat 
  illnesses to occur.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
https://weather.gov/desmoines
9 follow-up statements
049 
WWUS73 KDMX 090228
NPWDMX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
928 PM CDT Sun Aug 8 2021

IAZ070>075-081>086-092>097-091030-
/O.CON.KDMX.HT.Y.0005.210809T1700Z-210810T0100Z/
Cass-Adair-Madison-Warren-Marion-Mahaska-Adams-Union-Clarke-Lucas-
Monroe-Wapello-Taylor-Ringgold-Decatur-Wayne-Appanoose-Davis-
Including the cities of Atlantic, Greenfield, Stuart, Adair, 
Fontanelle, Winterset, Earlham, Indianola, Norwalk, Carlisle, 
Pella, Knoxville, Oskaloosa, Corning, Creston, Osceola, Chariton,
Albia, Ottumwa, Bedford, Lenox, New Market, Mount Ayr, Lamoni, 
Leon, Corydon, Seymour, Allerton, Humeston, Centerville, 
and Bloomfield
928 PM CDT Sun Aug 8 2021

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 8 PM CDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Heat index values up to 105 or higher expected.

* WHERE...Parts of southern Iowa.

* WHEN...From noon to 8 PM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat 
  illnesses to occur.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
https://weather.gov/desmoines
037 
WWUS73 KDMX 090711
NPWDMX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
211 AM CDT Mon Aug 9 2021

IAZ070>075-081>086-092>097-091515-
/O.EXT.KDMX.HT.Y.0005.210809T1700Z-210811T0000Z/
Cass-Adair-Madison-Warren-Marion-Mahaska-Adams-Union-Clarke-Lucas-
Monroe-Wapello-Taylor-Ringgold-Decatur-Wayne-Appanoose-Davis-
Including the cities of Atlantic, Greenfield, Stuart, Adair, 
Fontanelle, Winterset, Earlham, Indianola, Norwalk, Carlisle, 
Pella, Knoxville, Oskaloosa, Corning, Creston, Osceola, Chariton,
Albia, Ottumwa, Bedford, Lenox, New Market, Mount Ayr, Lamoni, 
Leon, Corydon, Seymour, Allerton, Humeston, Centerville, 
and Bloomfield
211 AM CDT Mon Aug 9 2021

...HEAT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Heat index in excess of 100 degrees expected, and
  possibly over 105 degrees at times.

* WHERE...Much of southern Iowa.

* WHEN...This afternoon and evening, and again Tuesday afternoon
  and evening.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat 
  illnesses to occur.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Temperatures and heat index values will
  decrease tonight into Tuesday morning, however overnight low
  temperatures will only be in the mid 70s with very high
  humidity, leading to a cumulative heat hazard impact.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
https://weather.gov/desmoines
951 
WWUS73 KDMX 091539
NPWDMX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
1039 AM CDT Mon Aug 9 2021

IAZ070>075-081>086-092>097-092345-
/O.CON.KDMX.HT.Y.0005.210809T1700Z-210811T0000Z/
Cass-Adair-Madison-Warren-Marion-Mahaska-Adams-Union-Clarke-Lucas-
Monroe-Wapello-Taylor-Ringgold-Decatur-Wayne-Appanoose-Davis-
Including the cities of Atlantic, Greenfield, Stuart, Adair, 
Fontanelle, Winterset, Earlham, Indianola, Norwalk, Carlisle, 
Pella, Knoxville, Oskaloosa, Corning, Creston, Osceola, Chariton,
Albia, Ottumwa, Bedford, Lenox, New Market, Mount Ayr, Lamoni, 
Leon, Corydon, Seymour, Allerton, Humeston, Centerville, 
and Bloomfield
1039 AM CDT Mon Aug 9 2021

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Heat index in excess of 100 degrees expected, and 
  possibly over 105 degrees at times.

* WHERE...Much of southern Iowa.

* WHEN...This afternoon and evening, and again Tuesday afternoon 
  and evening.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat 
  illnesses to occur.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Temperatures and heat index values will 
  decrease tonight into Tuesday morning, however overnight low 
  temperatures will only be in the mid 70s with very high 
  humidity, leading to a cumulative heat hazard impact.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
https://weather.gov/desmoines

Hagenhoff
212 
WWUS73 KDMX 091927
NPWDMX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
227 PM CDT Mon Aug 9 2021

IAZ027-028-037>039-047>050-058>062-100330-
/O.EXB.KDMX.HT.Y.0005.210810T1700Z-210811T0000Z/
Butler-Bremer-Hardin-Grundy-Black Hawk-Boone-Story-Marshall-Tama-
Guthrie-Dallas-Polk-Jasper-Poweshiek-
Including the cities of Parkersburg, Clarksville, Shell Rock, 
Greene, Aplington, Allison, Dumont, Waverly, Iowa Falls, Eldora, 
Ackley, Grundy Center, Reinbeck, Conrad, Dike, Wellsburg, 
Waterloo, Cedar Falls, Boone, Ames, Marshalltown, Tama, Toledo, 
Traer, Dysart, Gladbrook, Guthrie Center, Panora, Bayard, Casey, 
Perry, Waukee, Adel, Des Moines, Newton, and Grinnell
227 PM CDT Mon Aug 9 2021

...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 7 PM CDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Heat index values up to 105 expected.

* WHERE...Central and eastern Iowa.

* WHEN...From noon to 7 PM CDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat 
  illnesses to occur.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$

IAZ070>075-081>086-092>097-100330-
/O.CON.KDMX.HT.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-210811T0000Z/
Cass-Adair-Madison-Warren-Marion-Mahaska-Adams-Union-Clarke-Lucas-
Monroe-Wapello-Taylor-Ringgold-Decatur-Wayne-Appanoose-Davis-
Including the cities of Atlantic, Greenfield, Stuart, Adair, 
Fontanelle, Winterset, Earlham, Indianola, Norwalk, Carlisle, 
Pella, Knoxville, Oskaloosa, Corning, Creston, Osceola, Chariton,
Albia, Ottumwa, Bedford, Lenox, New Market, Mount Ayr, Lamoni, 
Leon, Corydon, Seymour, Allerton, Humeston, Centerville, 
and Bloomfield
227 PM CDT Mon Aug 9 2021

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Heat index in excess of 100 degrees expected, and 
  possibly over 105 degrees at times.

* WHERE...Much of southern Iowa.

* WHEN...Continuing this afternoon and evening, and again Tuesday
  afternoon and evening.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat 
  illnesses to occur.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Temperatures and heat index values will 
  decrease tonight into Tuesday morning, however overnight low 
  temperatures will only be in the mid 70s with very high 
  humidity, leading to a cumulative heat hazard impact.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
https://weather.gov/desmoines

Hagenhoff
704 
WWUS73 KDMX 100139
NPWDMX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
839 PM CDT Mon Aug 9 2021

IAZ070>075-081>086-092>097-100945-
/O.CON.KDMX.HT.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-210811T0000Z/
Cass-Adair-Madison-Warren-Marion-Mahaska-Adams-Union-Clarke-Lucas-
Monroe-Wapello-Taylor-Ringgold-Decatur-Wayne-Appanoose-Davis-
Including the cities of Atlantic, Greenfield, Stuart, Adair, 
Fontanelle, Winterset, Earlham, Indianola, Norwalk, Carlisle, 
Pella, Knoxville, Oskaloosa, Corning, Creston, Osceola, Chariton,
Albia, Ottumwa, Bedford, Lenox, New Market, Mount Ayr, Lamoni, 
Leon, Corydon, Seymour, Allerton, Humeston, Centerville, 
and Bloomfield
839 PM CDT Mon Aug 9 2021

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Heat index in excess of 100 degrees expected, and 
  possibly over 105 degrees at times.

* WHERE...Much of southern Iowa.

* WHEN...Continuing this evening and again Tuesday afternoon and 
  evening.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat 
  illnesses to occur.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Temperatures and heat index values will 
  decrease tonight into Tuesday morning, however overnight low 
  temperatures will only be in the mid 70s with very high 
  humidity, leading to a cumulative heat hazard impact.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$

IAZ027-028-037>039-047>050-058>062-100945-
/O.CON.KDMX.HT.Y.0005.210810T1700Z-210811T0000Z/
Butler-Bremer-Hardin-Grundy-Black Hawk-Boone-Story-Marshall-Tama-
Guthrie-Dallas-Polk-Jasper-Poweshiek-
Including the cities of Parkersburg, Clarksville, Shell Rock, 
Greene, Aplington, Allison, Dumont, Waverly, Iowa Falls, Eldora, 
Ackley, Grundy Center, Reinbeck, Conrad, Dike, Wellsburg, 
Waterloo, Cedar Falls, Boone, Ames, Marshalltown, Tama, Toledo, 
Traer, Dysart, Gladbrook, Guthrie Center, Panora, Bayard, Casey, 
Perry, Waukee, Adel, Des Moines, Newton, and Grinnell
839 PM CDT Mon Aug 9 2021

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 7 PM CDT
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Heat index values up to 105 expected.

* WHERE...Central and eastern Iowa.

* WHEN...From noon to 7 PM CDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat 
  illnesses to occur.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
https://weather.gov/desmoines
731 
WWUS73 KDMX 100759
NPWDMX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
259 AM CDT Tue Aug 10 2021

IAZ070>075-081>086-092>097-101600-
/O.CON.KDMX.HT.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-210811T0000Z/
Cass-Adair-Madison-Warren-Marion-Mahaska-Adams-Union-Clarke-Lucas-
Monroe-Wapello-Taylor-Ringgold-Decatur-Wayne-Appanoose-Davis-
Including the cities of Atlantic, Greenfield, Stuart, Adair, 
Fontanelle, Winterset, Earlham, Indianola, Norwalk, Carlisle, 
Pella, Knoxville, Oskaloosa, Corning, Creston, Osceola, Chariton,
Albia, Ottumwa, Bedford, Lenox, New Market, Mount Ayr, Lamoni, 
Leon, Corydon, Seymour, Allerton, Humeston, Centerville, 
and Bloomfield
259 AM CDT Tue Aug 10 2021

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Heat index in excess of 105 degrees.

* WHERE...Much of southern Iowa.

* WHEN...Highest head index values this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat 
  illnesses to occur.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The high degree of heat and humidity will
  have a cumulative impact as it continues from Monday and with
  very warm morning lows today.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$

IAZ027-028-037>039-047>050-058>062-101600-
/O.CON.KDMX.HT.Y.0005.210810T1700Z-210811T0000Z/
Butler-Bremer-Hardin-Grundy-Black Hawk-Boone-Story-Marshall-Tama-
Guthrie-Dallas-Polk-Jasper-Poweshiek-
Including the cities of Parkersburg, Clarksville, Shell Rock, 
Greene, Aplington, Allison, Dumont, Waverly, Iowa Falls, Eldora, 
Ackley, Grundy Center, Reinbeck, Conrad, Dike, Wellsburg, 
Waterloo, Cedar Falls, Boone, Ames, Marshalltown, Tama, Toledo, 
Traer, Dysart, Gladbrook, Guthrie Center, Panora, Bayard, Casey, 
Perry, Waukee, Adel, Des Moines, Newton, and Grinnell
259 AM CDT Tue Aug 10 2021

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 7 PM CDT
THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Heat index of up to 105 degrees.

* WHERE...Parts of central and eastern Iowa.

* WHEN...This afternoon and evening.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat 
  illnesses to occur.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
https://weather.gov/desmoines
775 
WWUS73 KDMX 101552
NPWDMX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
1052 AM CDT Tue Aug 10 2021

IAZ027-028-037>039-047>050-058>062-110000-
/O.CON.KDMX.HT.Y.0005.210810T1700Z-210811T0000Z/
Butler-Bremer-Hardin-Grundy-Black Hawk-Boone-Story-Marshall-Tama-
Guthrie-Dallas-Polk-Jasper-Poweshiek-
Including the cities of Parkersburg, Clarksville, Shell Rock, 
Greene, Aplington, Allison, Dumont, Waverly, Iowa Falls, Eldora, 
Ackley, Grundy Center, Reinbeck, Conrad, Dike, Wellsburg, 
Waterloo, Cedar Falls, Boone, Ames, Marshalltown, Tama, Toledo, 
Traer, Dysart, Gladbrook, Guthrie Center, Panora, Bayard, Casey, 
Perry, Waukee, Adel, Des Moines, Newton, and Grinnell
1052 AM CDT Tue Aug 10 2021

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Heat index of up to 105 degrees.

* WHERE...Parts of central and eastern Iowa.

* WHEN...Highest head index values this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat 
  illnesses to occur.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$

IAZ070>075-081>086-092>097-110000-
/O.CON.KDMX.HT.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-210811T0000Z/
Cass-Adair-Madison-Warren-Marion-Mahaska-Adams-Union-Clarke-Lucas-
Monroe-Wapello-Taylor-Ringgold-Decatur-Wayne-Appanoose-Davis-
Including the cities of Atlantic, Greenfield, Stuart, Adair, 
Fontanelle, Winterset, Earlham, Indianola, Norwalk, Carlisle, 
Pella, Knoxville, Oskaloosa, Corning, Creston, Osceola, Chariton,
Albia, Ottumwa, Bedford, Lenox, New Market, Mount Ayr, Lamoni, 
Leon, Corydon, Seymour, Allerton, Humeston, Centerville, 
and Bloomfield
1052 AM CDT Tue Aug 10 2021

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Heat index in excess of 105 degrees.

* WHERE...Much of southern Iowa.

* WHEN...Highest head index values this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
  illnesses to occur.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
https://weather.gov/desmoines

Bury
929 
WWUS73 KDMX 101756
NPWDMX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
1256 PM CDT Tue Aug 10 2021

IAZ058>062-070>075-081>086-092>097-110200-
/O.NEW.KDMX.HT.Y.0006.210811T1700Z-210812T0000Z/
/O.CON.KDMX.HT.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-210811T0000Z/
Guthrie-Dallas-Polk-Jasper-Poweshiek-Cass-Adair-Madison-Warren-
Marion-Mahaska-Adams-Union-Clarke-Lucas-Monroe-Wapello-Taylor-
Ringgold-Decatur-Wayne-Appanoose-Davis-
Including the cities of Guthrie Center, Panora, Bayard, Casey, 
Perry, Waukee, Adel, Des Moines, Newton, Grinnell, Atlantic, 
Greenfield, Stuart, Adair, Fontanelle, Winterset, Earlham, 
Indianola, Norwalk, Carlisle, Pella, Knoxville, Oskaloosa, 
Corning, Creston, Osceola, Chariton, Albia, Ottumwa, Bedford, 
Lenox, New Market, Mount Ayr, Lamoni, Leon, Corydon, Seymour, 
Allerton, Humeston, Centerville, and Bloomfield
1256 PM CDT Tue Aug 10 2021

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THIS EVENING...
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 7 PM CDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heat index values of 105 or greater expected.

* WHERE...Portions of central into southern Iowa.

* WHEN...For the first Heat Advisory, until 7 PM CDT this 
  evening. For the second Heat Advisory, from noon to 7 PM CDT 
  Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
  illnesses to occur.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$

IAZ057-110200-
/O.NEW.KDMX.HT.Y.0006.210811T1700Z-210812T0000Z/
Audubon-
Including the cities of Audubon and Exira
1256 PM CDT Tue Aug 10 2021

...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 7 PM CDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heat index values up to 105 expected.

* WHERE...Portions of west central Iowa.

* WHEN...From noon to 7 PM CDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat 
  illnesses to occur.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$

IAZ027-028-037>039-047>050-110000-
/O.CON.KDMX.HT.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-210811T0000Z/
Butler-Bremer-Hardin-Grundy-Black Hawk-Boone-Story-Marshall-Tama-
Including the cities of Parkersburg, Clarksville, Shell Rock, 
Greene, Aplington, Allison, Dumont, Waverly, Iowa Falls, Eldora, 
Ackley, Grundy Center, Reinbeck, Conrad, Dike, Wellsburg, 
Waterloo, Cedar Falls, Boone, Ames, Marshalltown, Tama, Toledo, 
Traer, Dysart, and Gladbrook
1256 PM CDT Tue Aug 10 2021

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Heat index of up to 105 degrees.

* WHERE...Parts of central and eastern Iowa.

* WHEN...Highest head index values this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat 
  illnesses to occur.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
https://weather.gov/desmoines
304 
WWUS73 KDMX 102345
NPWDMX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
645 PM CDT Tue Aug 10 2021

IAZ058>062-070>075-081>086-092>097-110745-
/O.EXP.KDMX.HT.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-210811T0000Z/
/O.CON.KDMX.HT.Y.0006.210811T1700Z-210812T0000Z/
Guthrie-Dallas-Polk-Jasper-Poweshiek-Cass-Adair-Madison-Warren-
Marion-Mahaska-Adams-Union-Clarke-Lucas-Monroe-Wapello-Taylor-
Ringgold-Decatur-Wayne-Appanoose-Davis-
Including the cities of Guthrie Center, Panora, Bayard, Casey, 
Perry, Waukee, Adel, Des Moines, Newton, Grinnell, Atlantic, 
Greenfield, Stuart, Adair, Fontanelle, Winterset, Earlham, 
Indianola, Norwalk, Carlisle, Pella, Knoxville, Oskaloosa, 
Corning, Creston, Osceola, Chariton, Albia, Ottumwa, Bedford, 
Lenox, New Market, Mount Ayr, Lamoni, Leon, Corydon, Seymour, 
Allerton, Humeston, Centerville, and Bloomfield
645 PM CDT Tue Aug 10 2021

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 7 PM CDT
WEDNESDAY...
...HEAT ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 7 PM CDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Heat index values of 105 or greater expected.

* WHERE...Portions of central into southern Iowa.

* WHEN...For the first Heat Advisory, until 7 PM CDT this 
  evening. For the second Heat Advisory, from noon to 7 PM CDT 
  Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat 
  illnesses to occur.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$

IAZ027-028-037>039-047>050-110045-
/O.EXP.KDMX.HT.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-210811T0000Z/
Butler-Bremer-Hardin-Grundy-Black Hawk-Boone-Story-Marshall-Tama-
Including the cities of Parkersburg, Clarksville, Shell Rock, 
Greene, Aplington, Allison, Dumont, Waverly, Iowa Falls, Eldora, 
Ackley, Grundy Center, Reinbeck, Conrad, Dike, Wellsburg, 
Waterloo, Cedar Falls, Boone, Ames, Marshalltown, Tama, Toledo, 
Traer, Dysart, and Gladbrook
645 PM CDT Tue Aug 10 2021

...HEAT ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 7 PM CDT THIS EVENING...

Temperatures will continue to cool this evening dropping heat 
index values below hazardous levels. 

$$

IAZ057-110745-
/O.CON.KDMX.HT.Y.0006.210811T1700Z-210812T0000Z/
Audubon-
Including the cities of Audubon and Exira
645 PM CDT Tue Aug 10 2021

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 7 PM CDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heat index values up to 105 expected.

* WHERE...Portions of west central Iowa.

* WHEN...From noon to 7 PM CDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat 
  illnesses to occur.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
https://weather.gov/desmoines

What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before this heat advisory went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.

NWS Des Moines, IA wrote its last area forecast discussion before this heat advisory went out at Aug 8, 2:58 PM CDT, 41 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Aug 8, 2:58 PM CDT, 41 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
258 PM CDT Sun Aug 8 2021

.DISCUSSION.../Tonight through Sunday/
Issued at 257 PM CDT Sun Aug 8 2021

The primary messaging highlights through the period include...

* Convective trends and severe weather potential tonight
* Several days of heat and humidity this week
* Cooler, drier, and pleasant weather to end the week into the
  weekend

As has been the case recently, near term convective trends will
be the immediate concern. Although a small cluster of unorganized
convection may linger early southeast, the more prevalent focus
will be convection associated with the upper low nicely noted in
radar and satellite imagery over southeast MN. Expect convection
to gradually expand over the next few hours in what looks to be
an uncapped 1000-2000 j/kg environment. With most activity
expected in the core of the low and just ahead, the better deep
shear to the west and north will likely be unrealized for the most
part keeping any severe weather threat thermodynamically
dominate. However Hires/convection allowing models (CAMs) continue
to suggest additional development on the western flank later this
evening which may tap the better shear and lead to isolated
organization and supercells with several CAMs, including the 18z
HRRR, still noting isolated updraft helicity tracks into the
evening. With 100-150 j/kg 3km Capes near the core of the low,
funnel clouds, and potentially a brief landspout would be possible
even outside a more favorable shear environment. The CAMs seem a
little slow, but overall have a good handle on this evolution and
similar expectations moving a convective cluster slowly across
northern IA this evening, eventually reaching the Waterloo area
toward midnight with the severe weather potential diminishing by
that time.

By tomorrow, the start of heat and humidity concerns begin with
upper level ridging pushing into the Upper MS Valley. While it
will be quite unstable with MLCAPEs 4000+ j/kg central and south,
inhibition and a lack of trigger should keep the forecast dry with
elevated heat indices the primary concern. Peak apparent
temperatures should reach 100-105 south during the afternoon, so
have issued a Heat Advisory during the afternoon and early evening
for the bottom three tiers of counties. The forecast will likely
stay dry into the evening as well, but there are some concerns
overnight. While much of the guidance and the latest NBM are dry,
the Nam and especially the NamNest suggest Monday evening
convection across northern IL may gradually back-build into
eastern and possibly central IA as the low level jet and
associated 0-2km moisture convergence axis gradually lifts back to
the north, so have slight chances to cover that possibility early
Tue morning.

Tuesday will be another warm and humid today, but the remnants of
the current deep PV anomaly over WA will have lifted across the
Canadian provinces with its associated weakening forcing and
frontal boundary pushing through IA. Convection is expected to
develop along the boundary into and after peak heating, and also
possibly persist overnight as warm/moist advection persist aloft
of what's left of the boundary. Deep shear is somewhat limited,
but there will be a window for strong to severe storms due to
moderate to high instability during peak heating. Seasonal
absolute moisture and warm cloud depths may also promote locally
heavy rains fed by a 40kt low level jet.

Wednesday will be warm and humid again, and likely dry with
plenty of inhibition, but a maturing Canadian long wave trough
will eventually push a final front through Thursday ending this
stretch of heat and humidity. With little larger scale forcing or
low level focus, the forecast for the end of the week through the
weekend is mainly dry with seasonal temperatures and lower
humidities.

&&

.AVIATION.../For the 18Z TAFS through 18Z Monday afternoon/
Issued at 103 PM CDT Sun Aug 8 2021

Small patches of MVFR stratus still linger over northeast IA but
VFR conditions are primarily anticipated into the evening. The
only concern will be small clusters of convection dropping across
the northeast third of IA this evening, and southeast this
afternoon and early evening. A window of VFR VCTS has been
included for these areas with a mention of MVFR or less omitted
until confidence increases for any particular location. After the
precip ends overnight, there may also be a period of at least MVFR
fog north until VFR returns later Monday morning.

&&

.DMX WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
Heat Advisory from noon to 8 PM CDT Monday for IAZ070>075-
081>086-092>097.

&&

DISCUSSION...Small
AVIATION...Small
Hazardous weather outlook, Aug 8, 2:45 PM CDT, 54 minutes before
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
245 PM CDT Sun Aug 8 2021

IAZ004>007-015>017-023>028-033>039-044>050-057>062-091945-
Emmet-Kossuth-Winnebago-Worth-Palo Alto-Hancock-Cerro Gordo-
Pocahontas-Humboldt-Wright-Franklin-Butler-Bremer-Sac-Calhoun-
Webster-Hamilton-Hardin-Grundy-Black Hawk-Crawford-Carroll-Greene-
Boone-Story-Marshall-Tama-Audubon-Guthrie-Dallas-Polk-Jasper-
Poweshiek-
245 PM CDT Sun Aug 8 2021

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of central Iowa.

.DAY ONE...This afternoon and tonight

Scattered thunderstorms forecast from this afternoon into
tonight, when strong to severe storms are possible. The primary
threat at that time will be locally strong wind gusts and large
hail, although a tornado or two cannot be ruled out.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Monday through Saturday

Monday and Tuesday will be hot and muggy, with heat index values
will be as high as 100 to 105 degrees during the afternoon on
Monday.

Thunderstorm chances return Tuesday afternoon into Tuesday night.
Severe weather is possible during this time.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotters may be needed later today.

IAZ070>075-081>086-092>097-091945-
Cass-Adair-Madison-Warren-Marion-Mahaska-Adams-Union-Clarke-Lucas-
Monroe-Wapello-Taylor-Ringgold-Decatur-Wayne-Appanoose-Davis-
245 PM CDT Sun Aug 8 2021

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of central Iowa.

.DAY ONE...This afternoon and tonight

Scattered thunderstorms forecast from this afternoon into
tonight, when strong to severe storms are possible. The primary
threat at that time will be locally strong wind gusts and large
hail, although a tornado or two cannot be ruled out.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Monday through Saturday

A Heat Advisory is in effect for the area for Monday. See
weather.gov/desmoines for details.

Monday and Tuesday will be hot and muggy, with heat index values
will be as high as 105 to 110 degrees during the afternoon on
Monday.

Thunderstorm chances return Tuesday afternoon into Tuesday night.
Severe weather is possible during this time.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotters may be needed later today.

Zogg

In the hours before

Local storm report, Aug 8, 3:21 PM CDT, 18 minutes before
PRELIMINARY LOCAL STORM REPORT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE DES MOINES IA
321 PM CDT SUN AUG 8 2021

..TIME...   ...EVENT...      ...CITY LOCATION...     ...LAT.LON...
..DATE...   ....MAG....      ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
            ..REMARKS..

0318 PM     HEAVY RAIN       HOLLAND                 42.40N 92.80W
08/08/2021  M4.50 INCH       GRUNDY             IA   PUBLIC

            VIA SOCIAL MEDIA.

&&

JAZ

The office that day

Everything else NWS Des Moines, IA issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Aug 8, 12:03 AM CDTSpecial Weather StatementDMXAdams, Taylor57 min
Aug 8, 12:26 AM CDTSpecial Weather StatementDMXGreene49 min
Aug 8, 12:45 AM CDTSpecial Weather StatementDMXGreene30 min
Aug 8, 12:51 AM CDTSpecial Weather StatementDMXDecatur, Ringgold, Union54 min
Aug 8, 1:20 AM CDTSpecial Weather StatementDMXTama55 min
Aug 8, 1:29 AM CDTSpecial Weather StatementDMXClarke, Decatur, Lucas, Wayne46 min
Aug 8, 1:41 AM CDTSpecial Weather StatementDMXStory49 min
Aug 8, 2:03 AM CDTSpecial Weather StatementDMXGrundy, Hardin42 min
Aug 8, 2:24 AM CDTSpecial Weather StatementDMXBlack Hawk51 min
Aug 8, 3:11 AM CDTSpecial Weather StatementDMXBlack Hawk64 min

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Sources

The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.