Heat Waves Sweep Plains and Iowa | Des Moines News

Scorching heat waves are gripping the Texas Panhandle with temps soaring over 105°F for days, while Iowa braces for extreme heat index values nearing 110°F by late July. The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Watch for most of Iowa through Monday, July 27th, with potential severe storms in northern Iowa late Sunday into Monday morning. Even as the RAGBRAI bike ride ends before peak heat, riders will still face uncomfortable 90s heat index values. Officials stress hydration, air-conditioned spaces, and checking on vulnerable neighbors — this heat demands serious caution. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ffb84c401381ba36