But blowing snow and potential freezing drizzle Des Moines means caution should still be exercised, Fowle said. Some other metro sledding favorites are Campbell Park, 12385 Woodlands Parkway in Clive;  Ewing Park, 5300 Indianola Ave. in Des Moines; and Southwoods Park, 350 S. 35th St. in West Des Moines. 'src', 'http://newscast.cbsradionewsfeed.com/RemotePlayer/CBSRemotePlayer_Medium', Forest City School Board Approves Service Agreement, AC_FL_RunContent( Des Moines Public Works Director Jonathan Gano said most city snow routes will be cleared by noon Friday. The Blizzard Warning includes the entire Omaha metro area, all of western Iowa, and most of eastern Nebraska. Winter Weather Advisory out for other areas where impacts are expected to be somewhat less. If you are in the Blizzard Warning, do not travel Friday morning and afternoon. A blizzard warning was issued for parts of northeast Nebraska as snow fell and wind gusts were forecast to reach as high as 60 mph on Wednesday, December … Drive below the posted speed limit when road conditions are less than ideal. The western half of the state is under a blizzard warning until 6 p.m. Friday. The blizzard warning has expanded to include parts of central Iowa including the Des Moines metro. Blizzard warning for Iowa. Maintain a reasonable speed and safe following distance from the vehicle in front of you. There will be no activities/athletics and no Metro Kids care.https://t.co/A3IsXk9eo4. Reported Friday totals from around the state: A number of schools in metro Des Moines have canceled all classes for Friday because of weather conditions. The area is under a high wind advisory during the … Here are some other central Iowa totals: The blizzard warning has been lifted through north central and south central Iowa, including in Polk, Story, Warren and Wright counties. The National Weather Service has issued a series of warnings for the area due to the oncoming snow event. Iowa Food & Family Project. Blizzard conditions and total snow accumulations of 3 to 5 inches are forecast, with winds gusting as high as 45 mph over southwest and parts of central Iowa. For more click on the red alert bar at the top of the page and/or head to this link = The red area is a BLIZZARD WARNING = The pink area is a WINTER STORM WARNING = The purple area is a WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY “North-central and northwest Iowa, we’re looking at over six inches likely up there, a little less as you get south towards the Des Moines metro and into west-central and southwest Iowa,” Martin says. Better hurry to Hy-Vee to stock up on the essentials! Blizzard warning criteria from the NWS are wind gusts of 35 mph or greater and one-quarter of mile visibility or less that lasts up to three hours. 'bgcolor', '#ffffff', Blizzard warnings are issued when snowfall rates and strong winds will make for … Essentially, two waves of wintry precipitation are moving into the area. A blizzard warning will go into effect at 12pm for Freeborn, Steele, Hancock, Winnebago, and Worth counties. A winter weather advisory remains in effect until 6 p.m. Friday, with additional snow accumulations of up to one inch and wind gusts as high as 30 to 40 mph. Head out this weekend as long as the white stuff sticks from sunrise to sunset. Blizzard warning in Des Moines lifted; winter weather advisory in effect. Recent Post by Page. Avoid using cruise control in winter driving conditions. Forecasters say the first two waves of wintry precipitation are moving into the state this morning with limited impacts. 'height', '100', More: 10 great spots for sledding in the Des Moines area. From 6 p.m. Thursday to 6 a.m. Friday, the Des Moines Police Department responded to 11 vehicle crashes, with one crash involving a minor injury. 'quality', 'high', Buffington also provided the latest data regarding hospitalizations in the region. A Blizzard Warning as been issued for Winnebago, Wright, Kossuth, and Hancock Counties. The kids will be home all day and bouncing off the walls. With well over 4 inches of snow on the ground, Waveland Golf Course, 4908 University Ave., is open for sledding. See you soon! 'salign', '' Cerro Gordo and Worth will go under a Winter Storm Warning. Access the e-edition at https://desmoinesregister-ia.newsmemory.com. The blizzard warning is expected to continue through early evening across that area, Fowle said, where strong winds and snowfall will persist. Simpson College is open Friday. 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The relatively warm pavement has helped prevent snow routes from freezing, while residential roads will likely have some snowpack, he said. The National Weather Service said high winds and a mix of rain and snow will combine for difficult conditions. A blizzard warning for the Perry area is in effect from Midnight Thursday until 6 p.m. Friday, according to a statement from the National Weather Service offices in Johnston. Winter driving tips: Staying safe on icy, snowy roads in Iowa. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches and the cold wind chills as … The Iowa511 traffic alert system gave the snowy roads update as of noon. A Blizzard Warning remains in effect for most of central Iowa until 6 PM. Des Moines is expected to get an additional two to three inches of snow, according to the National Weather Service. DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — A strong cold front has brought a blizzard with heavy snow and winds of up to 50 mph to eastern Nebraska and the western half Forecasted gusts of 32 to 50 miles per hour are expected to be associated with this storm. The National Weather Service in Omaha issued a blizzard warning for Burt, Cedar, Thurston and Wayne Counties from midnight tonight until 6 a.m. Friday. However, some schools districts have moved classes online, including Des Moines Public Schools and West Des Moines. All six locations of the Des Moines Public Library are closed Friday and will reopen Saturday. 'pluginspage', 'http://www.adobe.com/go/getflashplayer', Virtually all of Iowa west of I-35, including Greene County, is in a blizzard warning Thursday night and Friday. Friday morning, the roadway was completely covered with snow from close to U.S. Highway 71, through metro Des Moines and nearly to Iowa City. Five tips to stay safe on icy, snowy roads in Iowa. Due to the forecast for severe weather and the Blizzard Warning in effect thru tomorrow night, Friday is a "virtual snow day" at DMPS. 'name', 'CBSRemotePlayer_Medium', Hy-Vee. 'id', 'CBSRemotePlayer_Medium', Emergency dispatchers were reporting multiple vehicles in ditches. The U.S. National Weather Service (NWS) has declared a Blizzard Warn... ing for most of Iowa with high winds and snow. Strong winds coupled with moderate to heavy snow in the forecast will make travel difficult if not impossible at times, with blowing snow reducing visibility. Individuals who have appointments scheduled at these sites Friday should receive an email notification from Test Iowa, and will be able to reschedule their appointment online. You need to be in control of your car when accelerating based on road conditions. Hy-Vee. The worst has passed in Des Moines, where inclement weather peaked overnight. The warning will go into effect from midnight tonight to 6 pm on Saturday. = The red area is a BLIZZARD WARNING. A reminder to residents that snowplows will need to make several passes through neighborhood roads, filling driveways with snow — an issue public works director Scott Atzen says is a necessary evil in order to clear roads completely to allow for on-road parking. Update: Blizzard Warning extended to 9 p.m. Blizzard warning blankets entire viewing area; Blizzard Warning in effect as white-out conditions reported in some areas; Updated: Multiple flood warnings and tornado watches remain in effect; Flood Warning remains in effect in Floyd County; StormTeam 3: Wind Chill Advisory up as Blizzard Warning ends Keep head lights and tail lights clear of snow. Employees are encouraged to work from home and contact their supervisors or department offices if they are unable to safely travel to campus. Today at 1:00 PM. Check the weather forecast and road conditions before driving. The Altoona Public Works Department estimates all residential roads will be cleared by mid-afternoon today. All winter session classes are online and will meet as scheduled. To limit time waiting outside for your bus, DART is encouraging riders to use the following resources: At 6 a.m. Friday, 5.1 inches of snow were reported at the Des Moines International Airport. The western half of Iowa was under a blizzard warning from midnight Thursday through much of Friday morning. Due dates for materials and pickup deadlines for materials on hold have been extended. Crews are beginning to spread a salt and sand mixture to aid with traction. Here are some other central Iowa totals: While central and eastern Iowa are seeing improving visibility Friday morning, conditions west of Interstate Highway 35 “continue to be very hazardous,” said Mike Fowle, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service. Blizzard conditions will remain in Siouxland, as heavy snow and gusting … Today at 1:00 PM. (KMAland) -- The National Weather Service has issued a blizzard warning for all of western Iowa and parts of northwest Missouri for Thursday night through Friday. In far western Iowa, Interstate Highway 80 was partially covered with snow. January 14, 2021 January 15, 2021. However, roads conditions are worse farther east. Visibilities along I-35 are down to half a mile and below a quarter mile at some NWS observation sites. If your car is equipped with anti-lock brakes, understand how to use them and what to expect when they are used. Wind Gusts Friday (WOWT). Road conditions on designated snow routes are improving as the city's department of public works continues to clear roadways, according to Des Moines police spokesman Paul Parizek. 'FlashVars', 'strTimeZone=edt&blnAutoPlay=false', ️ See More. For more click on the red alert bar at the top of the page and/or head to this link. Side streets should be cleared around noon Saturday. Des Moines and other central Iowa communities are digging out from a winter storm that brought about a half a foot of snow to central Iowa communities. Be aware that ramps and bridges may freeze before other roadway segments. BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 6 PM CST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. 'devicefont', 'false', By ABC News Radio Jan 15, 2021. Interactive Radar | Weather Alerts | Closings | Road Conditions. Between them will be a short dry period. Better hurry to Hy-Vee to stock up on the essentials! EEO Public File - KIOW Public Inspection File - KHAM Public Inspection FileADMIN, Winnebago and Hancock County Emergency Management Coordinator Andy Buffington has provided the latest COVID-19 numbers in the immediate two county listening area. The forecast is now calling for 4-8 inches of snow in the Hancock, Wright, Kossuth, Palo Alto, and Winnebago Counties tonight. Nineteen stalled, stuck or disabled vehicles were also assisted. 'allowScriptAccess','sameDomain', BLIZZARD Warning. The Altoona Police Department says there were nine accidents and five calls for assistance between 6 p.m. Thursday and 6 a.m. Friday. 'loop', 'true', Snowfall could be heavy. If you have to drive on slick roads during an Iowa winter, here are tips on how to more safely travel, courtesy of the Iowa Department of Transportation: You can keep abreast of developments that affect your going out plans and safety at DesMoinesRegister.com on any device, and with the Register's mobile and tablet apps and on Facebook and Twitter. 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From 6:00 a.m.-noon Friday, the Des Moines Police Department responded to an additional 13 vehicle crashes, with one crash involving a minor injury. The National Weather Service is still urging caution while traveling due to slick roads, especially in rural areas. Your reaction is... 1. Editor's note: If your newspaper is buried under a mountain of snow, you can read our e-edition for free on Friday. Nine stalled, stuck or disabled vehicles were also assisted. The statewide winter storm today has been upgraded to a blizzard warning in northwest Iowa, while more snow accumulation has been forecast across the state. .stylestylefooter7 {font-size: 15px; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;} Currently, the area is under a Winter Weather Advisory until 6pm, but because of the shift in the approaching system, the area will see heavier snow amounts causing problems with local commutes. 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