Direct answer

Is Melcher-Dallas, IA safe from lightning?

Melcher-Dallas has elevated lightning exposure. Risk is meaningful at 60/100, so planning and coverage checks are recommended.

City score

60/100

Level: elevated

State average

59/100

Same hazard across IA.

Comparison

Melcher-Dallas is close to the state average for this hazard (60 vs 59).

Why this answer

Lightning exposure derived from ingested climatology tiles.

This answer combines long-term hazard scoring with current live signals. Use the live page for active watch/warning context over the next 6-24 hours.

Insurance pricing and deductible structure can still vary by neighborhood and carrier, so validate policy details against this risk profile.

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