Heavy rain caused flooding issues in Ames and rotation was observed in clouds around the Iowa Speedway in Newton as the area was under a tornado warning. All watches and warnings have expired for central Iowa, but major flooding continues in some eastern Iowa communities after heavy rain and possible tornadoes.

A Tornado Watch has been issued for southeast Iowa until 8 p.m. Friday. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued to the north until 9 p.m.Storms will be capa