🌬️ A rare wind event is expected across much of IA today. Winds will increase through the day reaching sustained speeds of 30-40 mph with gusts of 60-70 mph. Damage to trees & power lines is expected, with some power outages. Fires may spread quickly with blowing dust as well. pic.twitter.com/dSxd8uDwQG

— NWS Des Moines (@NWSDesMoines) December 15, 2021