Blizzard Warning

Locations Affected

Topeka, KS ∙ Lawrence, KS ∙ Manhattan, KS ∙ Rock Creek, KS ∙ Alta Vista, KS ∙ Barclay, KS ∙ Clifton, KS ∙ Vermillion, KS ∙ Powhattan, KS ∙ Riley, KS

Full Alert Message

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Topeka KS 918 PM CST Sat Jan 4 2025 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM CST SUNDAY... ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM SUNDAY TO MIDNIGHT CST SUNDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...Total snow accumulations between 6 and 16 inches, sleet accumulations around one third of an inch, and ice accumulations up to two tenths of an inch. Blizzard conditions expected with winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Portions of central, east central, north central, and northeast Kansas. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 3 AM CST Sunday. For the Blizzard Warning, from 3 AM Sunday to midnight CST Sunday Night. * IMPACTS...Roads will be extremely hazardous. Travel could be nearly impossible. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. 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.

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