Weather Alert: Dallas County (EXPIRED)

The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm watch in effect until 8 p.m. this evening. The watch area includes the city of Waukee.

A weather watch indicates the potential for severe or damaging weather conditions.

Waukee residents are advised to take cover in a safe area should high winds occur.

According to the hourly forecast from the Weather Channel, scattered thunderstorms are expected to move into the Waukee area around 3:30 p.m.