Cold Front Brings Storms To the Quad Cities Area This Afternoon

The best chance for storms will be along and east of the Mississippi River, especially into western Illinois. Damaging wind gusts represent the primary threat, with some large hail also possible. A low-end tornado threat exists mainly east of the Mississippi River, though that risk appears fairly isolated. Atmospheric instability should remain adequate this afternoon. However, leftover clouds from this morning could limit how much the atmosphere heats up and destabilizes ahead of the front.

Storms, Conflict Abroad, and a Sudden Plant Closure Are Colliding in the Same Market

A burst of Midwest storms, renewed damage to Black Sea export infrastructure, and Tyson Foods’ abrupt shutdown of its Joslin beef plant are converging on the same farm market. The overlap is adding new pressure to grain logistics, livestock futures, and local economies in western Illinois.

Severe weather coverage Aug. 19

The KWQC First Alert Weather Team tracks severe storms after a tornado warning was issued Wednesday afternoon.

Excessive rain disrupts park activities but causes minimal damage

After days of heavy rains, the Kewanee Park District was forced to cancel multiple outdoor events, including golf outings and sports activities. Parks Executive Director Andrew Dwyer said the impact of drenching rains varies depending on the season, and right now the rain is hitting high‑use areas such as athletic fields and the pool.

Chance for some showers this evening

A fairly nice start to our Wednesday morning but not looking to stay that way for the rest of the afternoon and evening. We are looking at the chance for some showers and potential thunderstorms South of interstate 80 with a few showers in the metro QCA. We are also seeing the possibility of a […]

Early look at the Quad Cities weekend forecast

Things are looking pretty good this weekend in the Quad Cities! We’ll see some sunshine and highs top out around 80° Saturday and Sunday. There’s a chance for some rain Friday to kick off the weekend though. Saturday and Sunday are likely dry:

Scattered Showers and Storms Expected Today in Quad Cities

A cold front pushing through this evening may spark additional thunderstorms if atmospheric conditions become unstable enough ahead of its arrival. However, the latest forecast models are trending drier, suggesting storm coverage will remain limited.

More heavy rain is possible

More showers, storms, heat and humidity

While it won’t feel as bad Sunday as it did Saturday, it’ll still be warm and humid. However, relief is on the way. A few more showers and storms are in the forecast before we have a couple of quiet, dry days. Here’s your full 7-day forecast.

Storms leave damage across the QCA

One Moline neighborhood was especially hard hit, that's where we find our Chandler Brindley. He's been out checking out the damage at 29th Street and 12th Avenue.

More severe storms for the Quad Cities

Crews working to restore power in Moline after severe storms

After severe storms ripped through the area Wednesday, crews are working to restore power as thousands are without.

Potential Showers and Storms Late Saturday

QUAD CITIES, Iowa/Ill. (KWQC) -- After heavy rainfall soaked in the region early this morning, we are finally seeing some welcome peaks of sunshine breaking through the clouds this afternoon. This brief clearing will persist into the early evening hours, offering a temporary reprieve. However, our attention quickly shifts to the evening and overnight hours as the potential for strong to severe thunderstorms increases.

Heavy rain threat returns to northern Illinois this weekend

The flood watch that had been in effect for our areas to the south has been cancelled as the heaviest rain has shifted well south of the Stateline. While a few lingering showers will be possible as we approach the midday hours, the threat for widespread flooding has diminished. A few light showers will also be possible this afternoon as our next system approaches. Nothing to the extent however that would increase the threat for flash flooding across the Stateline area.

See damage in the QCs from morning thunderstorms

Damage has been reported across the Quad Cities after this morning’s storms. Cleanup is currently underway. Photos from Bettendorf, Rock Island and Moline show the aftermath and a photo from the Quad Cities International Airport shows a stunning shelf cloud.

Flash flooding likely across parts of the Quad Cities

Several inches of rain fell overnight into Friday morning. Several more inches are likely this morning. Here’s your full 7-day forecast.

Rock Island woman hit by tree damage for 3rd time

ROCK ISLAND, Ill. (KWQC) - A Rock Island woman is once again cleaning up after severe weather brought down a large tree in her backyard Wednesday morning. Antoinette Gooden said she was getting ready for work when the storm moved through the area. She lost power around 7 a.m. and...

Another chance of heavy rain this weekend

So much rain coming down from this week with several inches of rain coming down over the past couple of days. Heading into the weekend we have already received almost the average amount of rainfall for the month of August. As we head into the weekend now, we are still tracking another chance of thunderstorms […]