Winter Storm Warning Issued for KMCH Listening Area

A Winter Storm Warning has been issued for the KMCH listening area, including Delaware, Dubuque, Buchanan, Jones and Linn counties. The warning is in effect until 10 pm tonight.

The National Weather Service says temporary whiteout conditions across narrow corridors in the warning area. Flash freezing is also expected in these narrow snow bands. Additional snow accumulations up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Temporary whiteout conditions are expected and will make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening. Strong winds will also make driving difficult.Persons should consider delaying travel. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you survive in case you become stranded.

A Blizzard Warning has been issued for Fayette County until 9 pm tonight. The NWS says numerous snow showers and gusty winds to 50 mph through this evening. Bursts of heavy snow combined with the gusty winds resulting in rapidly reduced visibilities and periods of whiteout conditions. Quickly dropping temperatures behind the front flash freeze on roads where heavier snow leads to accumulations on roadways. Slippery roads and hazardous travel conditions can quickly develop. Consider altering or delaying travel tonight.

A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for Clayton County until midnight tonight. Numerous snow showers and gusty winds to 50 mph through this evening. Bursts of heavy snow combined with the gusty winds resulting in rapidly reduced visibilities and periods of whiteout conditions. Quickly dropping temperatures behind the front flash freeze on roads where heavier snow leads to accumulations on roadways. Slippery roads and hazardous travel conditions can quickly develop. Consider altering or delaying travel tonight.

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