According to several tornado forecasts, there’s a 45% chance of an above-average tornado season throughout the country this year. While the Southeast is expected to get hit particularly hard, the Midwest won’t be safe from severe storms, hail, and tornadoes over the next few months. Based on current projections, Iowa will likely be impacted.

Iowa is no stranger to tornados - though we may not be directly in the traditional "tornado alley," we're right on the edge, and historic storms have made their mark on the Hawkeye State.
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This spring, an active tornado season is expected to bring more storms than average. We already saw a handful of twisters in March 2020, and April shows no signs of slowing down!
Many Iowans remember the strange November outbreak of tornadoes in 2005 - that was one of the most significant meteorologic events in Iowa history.
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14 strong twisters tore through the plains in an odd-off season outbreak that made history books. Iowans are typically more prepared for storms during the usual tornado season, which runs from March into June.

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Do you remember the 2006 storm? It ripped through Iowa City and the debris took weeks to clear up.
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This April storm destroyed homes and businesses, and caused significant damage to the century-old St. Patrick's Catholic Church.
This spring, keep an eye on the skies and be prepared for an active tornado season to roll through Iowa and the Midwest.
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April is predicted to be closer to average in terms of twisters, but May might bring a few surprises to the Midwest.
Do your best to be prepared, stay informed, and have a disaster plan for your family. While tornadoes often appear with little to no warning, everyone should know what to do when the sirens go off.
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Take the time to check on your emergency supplies today. Put fresh batteries in your storm radio, make sure you have water and food to last for a few days, and go over your siren plan with your family members so everyone knows what to do.

Stay safe this year, Iowa! With a little preparedness and a keen eye on the skies, you can make sure you’re ready for the 2020 Iowa tornado season.

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