Gov. Terry Branstad was alert and conscious after collapsing at a ribbon-cutting ceremony at Dupont Pioneer in Johnston at 12 p.m. Monday.

Branstad was taken by ambulance to Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines and was “conscious and alert during the transport,” according to the press release.

“Doctors noted that he was dehydrated and displaying symptoms of a viral illness,” according to a press release from the Office of the Governor. 

Branstad was given fluids and admitted overnight.

“We believe the governor has a viral illness with dehydration. We also conducted a series of tests in which we ruled out other contributing factors, including cardiac issues. The governor is still receiving fluids and is resting comfortably,” said Mark Purtle, M.D., chief medical officer of UnityPoint Health-Des Moines.

Branstad and Lt. Gov. Kim Reynolds’ public meetings for Jan. 27 have been canceled.