Blizzard Warning

Locations Affected

Wichita, KS ∙ Belmont, KS ∙ Saint Joe, KS ∙ Andover, KS ∙ Great Bend Municipal Airport, KS ∙ Lindsborg, KS ∙ Madison, KS ∙ Salina, KS ∙ Cassoday, KS ∙ Raymond, KS

Full Alert Message

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Wichita KS 148 PM CST Sat Jan 4 2025 ...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM CST SUNDAY... ...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 6 PM CST SUNDAY... * WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy mixed precipitation. Sleet accumulations around one third of an inch, and ice accumulations up to four tenths of an inch. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 6 inches for areas south of US-50, and between 6 and 14 inches for areas along and north of US-50. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Portions of Central, South Central, and Southeast Kansas. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 3 AM CST Sunday. For the Blizzard Warning, from 3 AM to 6 PM CST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Power outages and tree damage are likely due to the ice. Travel could be nearly impossible. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

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