Summary:
A Spring blizzard will move from the central High Plains to the Upper Midwest and western Great Lakes today into Thursday. The combination of heavy falling snow and strong winds will create snow-covered roads and near zero visibility at times. Gusty winds and dry conditions will continue critical fire weather today through Friday from southwestern Texas into the southern High Plains. Impacted Lanes: I-5, I-84, I-82, I-80, I-25, I-70, I-76, I-40, I-44, I-35, I-90, I-29, I-94, I-39, I-41, I-43, I-55, I-30, I-20, I-49, I-69, I-22, I-45, I-59, I-65, I-24, I-71, I-74, I-57, I-64, I-72
Kansas
Blizzard Warning remains in effect until 4 PM CDT this afternoon
- Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations between 1 and 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 70 mph.
- Impacts: Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. The strong winds and weight of snow on tree limbs may down power lines and could cause sporadic power outages. Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions will likely impact the Wednesday morning commute. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage.
Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect until 4 PM CDT this afternoon
- Snow expected. Total snow accumulations up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 70 mph.
- Impacts: Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday morning commute. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage.
High Wind Warning remains in effect until 7 PM CDT this evening
- Northwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph.
- Impacts: Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
Wind Advisory remains in effect until 10 PM CDT this evening
- South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph expected.
- Impacts: Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
Wisconsin
Winter Storm Warning remains in effect until 1 AM CDT Thursday morning
- Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 7 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph and producing areas of blowing and drifting snow.
- Impacts: The strong winds and weight of snow on tree limbs may down power lines and could cause sporadic power outages. Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday evening commute.
Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect until 7 AM CDT Thursday morning
- Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 to 45 mph may produce areas of blowing and drifting snow in open areas.
- Impacts: Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
Wind Advisory remains in effect until 7 AM CDT Thursday morning
- North winds 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected.
- Impacts: Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
Tennessee
Flood Warning remains in effect until 1 PM CDT Thursday afternoon
- Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
- Impacts: Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Low-water crossings are inundated with water and may not be passable. Expect many areas of slow moving or standing water.
Flood Advisory remains in effect until 4 PM CDT Thursday afternoon
- Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues.
- Impacts: Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Water over roadways.
Additional Blizzard Warnings include but are not limited to: Colorado, Nebraska, Iowa, and Minnesota
Additional Winter Storm Warnings include but are not limited to: Wyoming, and Michigan
Additional Winter Weather Advisories include but are not limited to: Washington, Oregon, California, Wyoming, Colorado, Iowa, and Minnesota
Additional High WInd Warnings include but are not limited to: Oregon, California, Colorado, New Mexico, Texas, Oklahoma, Nebraska, Iowa, and Missouri
Additional Wind Advisories include but are not limited to: Washington, Oregon, California, Nevada, South Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa, Missouri, Arkansas, Louisiana, Texas, Oklahoma, Mississippi, Alabama, Kentucky, Illinois, Indiana, and New York
Additional Flood Warnings include but are not limited to: New York, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Virginia, Kentucky, Alabama, Mississippi, and Louisiana
Additional Flood Advisories include but are not limited to: Virginia, Kentucky, Alabama, and Mississippi