Severe Thunderstorm Warning Expires for Lucas, Mahaska, Marion, Monroe Counties
A Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Lucas, Mahaska, Marion, and Monroe counties has expired as of 12:30 AM CDT on October 9, 2026, according to the National Weather Service, though small hail is still possible.
The Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued for Lucas, Mahaska, Marion, and Monroe counties has expired as of 12:30 AM CDT on October 9, 2026. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Des Moines, IA, confirmed the storm that prompted the warning has weakened below severe limits and no longer poses an immediate threat to life or property.
While the immediate severe threat has passed, the NWS advises that small hail is still possible with this thunderstorm. Residents in the affected areas should remain aware of their surroundings.
This warning was originally effective from 12:25 AM CDT until 12:30 AM CDT on October 9, 2026. No specific instructions for action were provided with this updated alert due to the expiration of the warning.


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