To be honest with you, I didn’t like the way things were going,” said newly-appointed Polk County Fire Rescue Chief Shawn ...

The Des Moines Airport Authority and Polk County Emergency Management team provide recommendations for travelers ahead of a ...

Severe thunderstorms developed over Iowa Friday afternoon and evening, bringing hail and high winds through the metro.

Upper South East Extreme 49 High 32 Moderate 20 Moderate 17 Lower South East Extreme 50 Extreme 53 High 26 Moderate 19 Fire Danger Ratings are routinely issued by 5 pm daily during the fire season.