Weather Story

Slick Travel Continues This AM

Strong Winds With Blowing/Drifting Snow This AM

More Snow on the Way Monday

Recap of Nov 28-29th Snow

We continue to see slick conditions out on the roadways as gusty winds continue to blow snow into the roads, which should continue for a few hours. Thus, if out and about this morning, take necessary precautions. Remember, Ice and Snow, Take it Slow!

Strong west northwest winds gusting up to 45 mph will be possible this morning. These winds over the newly fallen snow to cause significant blowing and drifting snow, especially on north-south oriented roads and in open rural areas. As a result, a winter weather advisory has been issued until Noon today. If traveling, slow down and be alert for drifts over roads.

Another storm system will bring more snow to the region on Monday. This will be a fast moving system and totals will be much less than this previous storm. At this time, areas south of an Ottumwa to Sterling IL line have the best chance for 2+” inches of snow. Slick roads and reduced visibility will be possible, especially during the evening commute.

A strong winter storm over the last 2 days brought widespread snow totals over 8” over most of the forecast area. Several hometowns received over a foot of snow, primarily over northeast IA. This storm impacted post-Thanksgiving holiday travel and brought numerous accidents and road closures throughout the day on Saturday.