Severe weather threatens Iowa and Chicago areas this week.

Parts of central and eastern Iowa are under the threat of severe storms Tuesday afternoon, with an enhanced to moderate risk in Des Moines for severe thunderstorms from Tuesday afternoon through the evening. Damaging winds, large hail and tornadoes are possible. The storm will move quickly across the state from east to northeast, so be prepared to take action quickly. The areas at highest risk in the state are the east, central and southeast portions of the state with a chance of large hail, damaging winds and a few tornadoes. It is important to have a plan of where to go and seek shelter beforehand and to stay weather aware.