Highly effective Storm System to Deliver Snow, Wind and Travel Impacts

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) –

Very windy situations proceed by means of this morning, with probably the most damaging winds affecting areas alongside and north of I-80.

A High Wind Warning stays in impact, which means winds might trigger injury. Gusts might be sturdy sufficient to make journey hazardous, significantly for high-profile autos. This is a First Alert Day for the morning commute. Highs on Friday will attain the mid-40s as clouds dominate the sky.

The focus shifts to a robust storm system anticipated to influence the world Saturday night time by means of Monday.

A Winter Storm Watch is in impact for northern Iowa as this method approaches. Saturday brings some scattered rain or snow showers, with highs round 42 levels. This is a First Alert Day for Sunday.

On Sunday, the precipitation transitions to snow. Accumulating snow is probably going throughout the state, with the heaviest snow anticipated Sunday into Monday morning. Strong winds will accompany the snow, considerably lowering visibility and creating blizzard-like situations at instances. Travel will develop into more and more troublesome on Sunday, with roads changing into slick and dangerous.

What it is best to do: Have winter provides prepared for Sunday’s snow, together with additional blankets, flashlights, and batteries. Check your car’s readiness. Plan for journey delays on Sunday and Monday. Stay with us for updates as this method approaches and strikes by means of the area.

After the storm system strikes by means of on Monday, a pointy chilly snap settles in. Monday and Tuesday might be chilly, with highs solely within the teenagers and 20s. Windchills will probably dip under zero. This chilly air will make any remaining snow stick round longer and maintain roads icy. Bundle up for the commute and out of doors actions.

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