Does the City of Ames have a severe weather outdoor warning system?
Yes, the emergency outdoor warning system is activated whenever the National Weather Service issues a tornado warning for Ames. Additionally, actual sightings of tornadoes by law enforcement personnel or other reliable sources are grounds for activating the warning system. Two important notes: the system is routinely tested at 10:00 am on the first Wednesday of each month from March through September, weather permitting, and we do not issue an “all clear” siren. For additional information, please refer to local radio and television stations – please do not call the police department during severe weather situations – unless you have an actual emergency. Where is the courtroom? The Iowa Second Judicial District operates a courtroom in the Ames City Hall Building at 515 Clark Avenue, Ames, IA 50010, and also at the County Courthouse in Nevada, IA. Check with the Clerk of Courts office if you are unsure of where to appear. Each court handles specific types of cases. The courtroom and the
