Iowa Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/04/2026 10:23

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 4 at 12:23PM CDT by NWS La Crosse WI
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 4, 2026 - 10:23am
Expires: 
July 4, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description: 
WHAT...Funnel clouds are possible due to current atmospheric conditions. These funnel clouds are typically brief, drop only a few hundred feet from the cloud base, and rarely become a tornado or cause damage. WHERE...Northeast Iowa, mainly along and north of Iowa Highway 3. WHEN...Through 7 pm CDT. IMPACTS...Minimal impacts expected. If a tornado were to form, it would be very weak, but could damage trees. PREPAREDNESS AND PRECAUTIONARY ACTIONS...If a funnel cloud is spotted, report it to the National Weather Service. If a tornado warning becomes necessary, take appropriate action.
Area Description: 
Mitchell; Howard; Winneshiek; Allamakee; Floyd; Chickasaw; Fayette; Clayton
Forcast Office: 
NWS La Crosse WI