Davenport to Milwaukee Face Quick Tornado Risk This Afternoon as Scattered Storms Develop Across Southern Wisconsin and Northern Illinois

MADISON, Wis. — Scattered thunderstorms developing Friday afternoon could produce a quick tornado somewhere along a corridor stretching from Davenport, Iowa through Rockford and Madison to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with a 2 percent tornado probability covering the zone. The highlighted area runs in a narrow band from near Quincy and...

Rockford, DeKalb and Aurora Face All Hazard Risk Friday Evening With Large Hail, Damaging Winds and a Few Tornadoes Possible Along Interstate 39

ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS — An all hazard risk will take shape across northern Illinois during the late afternoon and evening of Friday, August 21, with the National Weather Service warning of large hail, damaging wind gusts, and a few tornadoes as a second round of storms moves through after 4 PM.

A chance of severe weather this evening

Before we head into what is looking to be a very nice weekend in the Quad Cities, we are watching for some storms later today. The futurecast is showing these storms developing later in the afternoon and into the evening with potentially strong storms. Depending on where these storms start to develop, there is the […]

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.