Winter storm and blizzard conditions possible Saturday afternoon through Saturday evening for portions of north central and northeast Kansas
WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH
SATURDAY EVENING
- WHAT: Heavy snow and blizzard conditions possible. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 6 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 45 mph producing significant blowing and drifting of snow.
- WHERE: Portions of central, east-central, north-central and northeast Kansas.
- WHEN: From Saturday afternoon through Saturday evening.
- ADDITIONAL DETAILS: Rain will change to snow through the afternoon hours of Saturday, with snow expected to rapidly accumulate through the evening. Plan on road conditions quickly becoming very slippery. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility, with blizzard conditions possible.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
A Winter Storm Watch means there is the potential for significant snow accumulations and blowing snow that may impact travel. Blizzard conditions could result in very dangerous travel conditions. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts.
