SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT from the National Weather Service for much of western and central Iowa: Expect Gusty Northwest Winds Early this Morning.

Little change in the weather is anticipated through at least daybreak with mostly cloudy skies and gusty northwest winds. Sustained speeds may often reach 15 to 30 mph with some gusts of 35 to 50 mph possible. These windy conditions will persist through around 8am and then gradually diminish later in the morning.

Winds of this magnitude may make travel difficult for high profile vehicles, displace trash and loose objects and break small branches.