A winter storm is on the way later this weekend.
A Winter Storm Watch has been issued Sunday evening through Monday evening for Delaware, Dubuque, Buchanan, Jones and Linn counties. The National Weather Service says between five to nine inches of snow is forecasted, with blizzard conditions possible. Winds could gust as high as 50 mph.
The National Weather Service has also issued a Winter Storm Watch for Clayton and Fayette counties for Sunday afternoon through Monday afternoon. Snowfall totals in Clayton and Fayette are forecasted between 3 to 6 inches, with winds gusting as high as 55 mph leading to potential blizzard conditions.
Forecasters say visibilities may drop below a quarter of a mile due to falling and blowing snow. Whiteout conditions are possible and may make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening. Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. Temperatures are expected to steadily fall Sunday evening through Monday morning, leading to slick road conditions.
Continue to monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. Stay with KMCH for the latest weather updates and any weather-related cancellations, closings and announcements.
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