What happened during the Great Flood of 1993 in Des Moines?

The catastrophic 1993 flood overwhelmed the Raccoon River water treatment plant and left 250,000 Des Moines residents without running water for nearly two weeks.

What are Des Moines, Iowa's record high and low temperatures?

Des Moines's record high is 110°F and its record low is minus 30°F, reflecting a climate of genuine extremes.

What happened during the 1993 Blizzard of the Century in Des Moines?

The 1993 Blizzard of the Century buried Des Moines under nearly two feet of snow with blinding whiteout conditions.

Does Des Moines, Iowa get tornadoes?

Yes, Des Moines sits at the northern edge of tornado alley and has endured violent spring tornadoes.

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