What meteorologist is leaving KCCI?

DES MOINES, Iowa — KCCI Morning meteorologist Kelley Moody has decided to return home on a permanent basis after the devastating loss of her mother.

Is there a tornado warning for Des Moines Iowa?

No Alerts. There are currently no severe weather alerts.

Is there a tornado warning in Ankeny?

The City of Ankeny has multiple outdoor warning sirens to warn residents of tornadoes or severe thunderstorms with wind speeds that are expected to reach or exceed 70 mph….Outdoor Warning Sirens.

Facility Name	Address
Outdoor Warning Siren #01	716 SW 3rd Street Ankeny, IA 50021
Outdoor Warning Siren #02	1002 Ankeny Boulevard Ankeny, IA 50021

How much snow did Des Moines get?

Des Moines has gotten 55.8 inches of snow this winter, 24.6 inches more than normal. The city’s snowiest winter came in 1911-12, when it got 72 inches.

What happened to Curtis on KCCI?

KCCI ended Thursday’s 10 p.m. newscast with heartfelt goodbyes for longtime Chief Meteorologist Kurtis Gertz. It was the final sendoff for Gertz, who departs after 25 years and 20,000 broadcasts with the station. He was named chief meteorologist in 2016 after John McLaughlin left the position due to health reasons.

Is Kurtis Gertz married?

Tana Goertz
Kurtis Gertz/Spouse

His wife Tana Goertz placed second on the third season of Donald Trump’s reality TV show “The Apprentice,” and was a senior adviser to the 2016 Trump presidential campaign.

Are there any tornado watches in Iowa?

Strong to severe storms are possible with the main threat of large hail, damaging winds, and an isolated tornado or two. Heavy rain is also likely and may lead to flash flooding at time over northern Iowa. There are no watches, warnings, or advisories at this time.

Is Iowa good place to live?

One of the best things about Iowa is that there isn’t a lot of traffic. There are almost never traffic jams, especially if you live in a small town or suburb. Here in Iowa, we have so much to offer: good jobs, peaceful, low-crime communities, a low cost of living, and so much more.

Does tornado watch mean?

Tornado Watch: Be Prepared! Watches are issued by the Storm Prediction Center for counties where tornadoes may occur. The watch area is typically large, covering numerous counties or even states. Tornado Warning: Take Action!

Is tornado watch or warning worse?

“A watch is issued when conditions are favorable, for example, either for a severe thunderstorm or tornadoes,” AccuWeather.com Senior Meteorologist Dan Kottlowski said. “It doesn’t mean severe weather is imminent.” A warning means that either a tornado has been spotted or a radar has picked one up.

What is the record snowfall in Iowa?

The statewide average snowfall of 14.3 inches from March 10-14 makes this easily the heaviest snow storm on record in Iowa, nearly 4 inches above the second-heaviest storm which occurred on January 2-4, 1971.

How much snow did Ames Iowa get?

Climate Averages