Uyarılar, Charles City Fire Department

Blizzard Warning issued March 4 at 3:20AM CST until March 5 at 3:00PM CST by NWS La Crosse WI ...HEAVY SNOW AND STRONG WINDS LATE TUESDAY NIGHT INTO WEDNESDAY... .Rain will change over to snow and become heavy at times overnight Tuesday and into Wednesday. Several inches of snow are expected across much of the region with highest amounts across southeast Minnesota. Winds will increase overnight where the combination of wind gusts as high as 45 to 55 mph and heavier snowfall rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour will lead to blizzard conditions at times west of the Mississippi River. Motorists should exercise abundant caution for the Wednesday morning commute with travel not recommended during blizzard conditions. * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...Floyd, Mitchell, Chickasaw, and Howard Counties. * WHEN...From midnight tonight to 3 PM CST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday morning commute. Strong winds could cause tree damage. Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. Visit 511ia.org for road conditions.