Humeston Volunteer Fire, EMS and Auxiliary

06/15/2026

⚠️ Wednesday Severe Weather Possible ⚠️

Wednesday is shaping up to be a day to watch closely across portions of Iowa as the potential for severe thunderstorms continues to increase.

A surge of warm, humid air is expected to move into the state Tuesday night into Wednesday, creating an environment favorable for thunderstorms. Current forecast guidance suggests storms will likely develop late Tuesday night and continue into Wednesday morning.

Additional thunderstorms may develop Wednesday afternoon and evening, although confidence in that portion of the forecast is lower right now. How the Wednesday morning storms evolve will play a major role in determining whether the atmosphere can recover enough to support another round of severe weather later in the day Wednesday.

The Storm Prediction Center currently places a large portions of Iowa in a level 2 of 5 (Slight Risk) for severe weather on Wednesday. If storms can fully take advantage of the expected environment, hazards could include large hail, damaging winds, and a few tornadoes.

There are still several days to fine-tune the forecast, and the details regarding timing, storm coverage, and the highest-risk areas will likely change. We encourage everyone to continue checking back for updates as we get closer to Wednesday.

06/13/2026

⚠️ SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH ISSUED ⚠️

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is now in effect until 3:00 PM CDT for portions of south-central Iowa.

A line of strong to severe thunderstorms moving across Iowa this morning is expected to continue east-southeast through the region over the next several hours. Some storms may produce damaging wind gusts up to 70 MPH and large hail up to 1.5 inches in diameter.

The greatest threat will be damaging straight-line winds as this line of storms moves through. Additional storms could also develop behind the main line and produce isolated large hail.

If you are in the watch area, stay weather aware this morning and afternoon. Have multiple ways to receive warnings and be prepared to move indoors if severe weather approaches your location.

📱 Be sure you have the ISCN Weather app installed and check back for updates as conditions continue to evolve across Iowa.

06/12/2026

⚠️ SATURDAY SEVERE WEATHER OUTLOOK ⚠️

The Storm Prediction Center has placed much of southern Iowa under a Slight Risk (Level 2 of 5) for severe weather on Saturday afternoon and evening. While not everyone will see severe storms, some thunderstorms could become strong enough to produce damaging weather.

A cold front will move across Iowa throughout the day Saturday and will provide the focus for thunderstorm development. Forecast confidence is increasing that storms will develop during the mid-afternoon (after 2-3PM) and continue into the early evening (before 10PM), especially across southern portions of the state. However, there is still some uncertainty regarding exactly where the strongest storms will form and how widespread they become. The main threats with any severe storms will be large hail and damaging wind gusts.

We will continue to monitor the latest forecast trends and provide updates as confidence increases. Be sure to have the ISCN Weather app installed and check back throughout the day Saturday for the latest forecast updates and any watches or warnings that may be issued.

06/11/2026

Guy Porter is closed due to flooding! If you dont need to go anywhere please stay home so we can get things cleared safely!

06/11/2026

Please avoid 65 and Wayne st. We are currently cleaning up a large tree over the highway.

06/11/2026

06/11/2026

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06/10/2026

**OUTDATED POST, SEE PAGE FOR LATEST UPDATE**

🚨 ENHNACED RISK OF SEVERE WEATHER WEDNESDAY 🚨

Another active day of severe weather is expected across Iowa on Wednesday as a strong storm system moves through the Upper Midwest. Conditions across the state will become increasingly favorable for severe thunderstorms during the afternoon, evening, and overnight hours. There is the potential for more than one round of storms, especially if thunderstorms from Tuesday night leave behind boundaries that help spark additional development on Wednesday.

The atmosphere is expected to become very unstable with warm, humid air in place across Iowa. Any storms that develop during the afternoon and early evening could quickly become severe. All hazards will be possible, including large to very large hail, damaging wind gusts, and tornadoes. Some tornadoes could be strong if discrete supercell thunderstorms are able to develop.

As the evening progresses, storms may begin to organize into one or more lines or clusters. If this occurs, the threat could shift toward widespread damaging winds, with some gusts potentially exceeding 75 mph. Large hail and tornadoes would still remain possible within these storms. Additional storms may also develop Wednesday night across western Iowa, bringing another threat for large hail and strong winds.

Forecast confidence continues to increase that severe weather will occur somewhere across Iowa on Wednesday, but questions remain regarding the exact timing and location of the greatest threat. Multiple rounds of storms are possible from the afternoon through the overnight hours, and forecast details will continue to be refined as new data becomes available.

Now is the time to review your severe weather safety plan and make sure you have multiple ways to receive warnings. Have the ISCN Weather app installed and check back throughout Wednesday for forecast updates as we continue to monitor this evolving severe weather threat.

06/07/2026

⚠️ Localized Flash Flooding Possible This Afternoon ⚠️

The Weather Prediction Center is monitoring parts of southwestern Iowa for the potential of localized flash flooding through this evening.

Showers and thunderstorms are moving north out of Missouri and into portions of southwestern Iowa. While the storms are expected to keep moving, they may produce very heavy rainfall in a short amount of time, with rainfall rates approaching 1 inch per hour.

This is especially concerning because some areas have already received 6 to 10 inches of rain over the past few days, leaving the ground saturated and more prone to flooding.

The flash flood threat is expected to remain isolated, but if you encounter flooded roadways, remember: Turn Around, Don’t Drown.

We’ll continue to monitor conditions and provide updates as needed