Global Weather Extremes
Global Extreme Weather: Iowa Faces Storms, Heat; Europe, Asia Grapple with Intense Conditions
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Two rounds of severe storms are expected in Iowa: an overnight/early Monday morning round and a second, stronger round Monday evening, with the strongest activity in northern Iowa.
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Central Baghdad faced midday heat reaching approximately 122°F (50°C) during the heat event reported on July 16, 2026.
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Greenpeace activists placed ice statues in front of the Colosseum as part of an awareness campaign to illustrate how heat and global warming affect workers, amid a Rome heatwave.
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Seven cities were placed under a red alert during the Rome heatwave as Europe faced extreme heat.
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Vietnam’s 10-day forecast (July 19–July 29, 2026) from the National Center for Meteorological and Hydrological Forecasting indicates widespread heavy rain in northern mountainous areas and Quang Ninh, with persistent heat in central provinces.
Iowa is bracing for a rough start to the week, with two rounds of severe storms expected alongside a dangerous heat wave peaking Monday afternoon, according to National Weather Service Des Moines. The strongest storm activity will hit northern Iowa, making it the highest-risk zone in the state.
The storms come as extreme heat grips much of the globe. Baghdad hit 122°F (50°C) at midday last week, Rome triggered red alerts for seven cities, and Vietnam faces heavy rain across its northern mountains — all signs of a world-wide stretch of dangerous weather, AOL Weather reported.
Two Storm Rounds Put Northern Iowa on Alert
The first round of storms is expected overnight into early Monday morning. It will affect much of Iowa but stays on the weaker end. The second round arrives Monday evening and packs the real punch, according to National Weather Service Des Moines.
Northern Iowa bears the highest risk in both rounds. Residents there should expect the most intense storm activity. Officials urge people to stay weather-aware through Monday night and avoid unnecessary outdoor exposure during peak storm windows.
Monday Heat Wave to Peak Statewide Across Iowa
Beyond the storms, a heat wave will build across Iowa on Monday. Temperatures are forecast to peak Monday afternoon, adding heat stress on top of storm danger. National Weather Service Des Moines advises residents to limit time outside during the hottest part of the day.
Heat and storms together create a dangerous combination. Power outages from storms can knock out air conditioning right when temperatures are at their worst. Authorities encourage Iowans to check on elderly neighbors and keep water on hand.
Baghdad Burns at 122°F as Rome Puts Seven Cities on Red Alert
Central Baghdad hit roughly 122°F (50°C) at midday on July 16, according to AOL Weather. That level of heat is life-threatening within minutes for anyone without shelter. Iraq regularly faces extreme summer temperatures, but last week's readings ranked among the most severe on record.
In Rome, a scorching heat wave pushed authorities to issue red alerts for seven cities. Greenpeace activists placed melting ice statues in front of the Colosseum to draw attention to how extreme heat harms farm workers and construction crews, AOL Weather reported. The dramatic display came as temperatures climbed across much of Europe.
Vietnam's 10-Day Forecast Brings Heavy Rain to the North
Vietnam's National Center for Meteorological and Hydrological Forecasting projects widespread heavy rain across northern mountainous regions and Quang Ninh province from July 19 through July 29, 2026. Flooding and landslides are common risks in these areas during heavy rain events.
Meanwhile, Vietnam's central provinces will endure persistent, dangerous heat throughout the same period. The split forecast — wet and cool in the north, hot and dry in the center — reflects the complex weather patterns Southeast Asia faces mid-summer. Authorities urge vigilance in both zones.
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