Thunderstorm Wind — Keokuk, Iowa

2021-08-26 · near Sigourney, Keokuk, Iowa

Event narrative

Numerous 2-3 inch diameter tree branches down with two large trees down.

Wider weather episode

Strong storms developed late Thursday evening across north central IA and moved southeast. These storms quickly became severe and entered Keokuk county. Numerous downed trees, crop damage, and large hail were reported.

The northwest portions of the county received 2+ inches of rain in a short amount of time and wind gusts between 60-70 mph were also observed.

View location on OpenStreetMap → (41.3400, -92.2200)

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 975984. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.