Thursday, February 24, 2011

Weather Warning

WEBSTER County 3:14 PM CST THU FEB 24 2011.. A winter storm warning is in effect until 8 pm this evening..The national weather service in Hastings has issued a winterstorm warning for heavy snow which is in effect until 8p.m. this evening It is expected that snow will fall through the remainder of this afternoon and continue into the evening.. Total snow fall accumulations are expected to range from 4 to 9 inches, with the higher amounts expected in the Blue Hill area. The snow will taper off during the evening. North East winds will average 15 to 20 mph and gusts near 30 mph at times. The winds combined with the snow will result in areas of reduced visibilities and blowing snow and white out conditions at times. Travel is not recommended. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A winter sotrm warning for heavy snow means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Significant amounts of snow are forecast that will make travel dangerous. Only travel in an emergency. If you must travel Keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.
The picture was on I 80 near Seward, not in Webster Co.

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

There is currently more than 6 inches of snow on the ground.