First Alert Weather: Severe Weather Risk Returns

Eastern Iowa is tracking multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms today, and the severe-weather risk is back.

KCRG says the main storm window is expected on May 5, 2026, with a few storms capable of producing gusty winds, hail and an isolated tornado risk. The station says its forecast was updated minutes ago, making the threat current rather than historical.

The National Weather Service also says thunderstorm chances return late this afternoon into the evening, mainly across southeast Iowa, and that a few storms could be strong to severe with hail and gusty winds.

For now, the most important takeaway is timing. The threat is tied to later today, so conditions may deteriorate as the afternoon and evening progress. Forecasters say the situation should continue to be monitored for changes in the severe-weather setup.

Residents in the affected area should stay alert for forecast updates and any warnings that may be issued later today.