Uyarılar, School Number 3

Blizzard Warning issued March 4 at 4:50PM CST until March 5 at 6:00AM CST by NWS Omaha/Valley NE * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 65 mph. Flash freeze expected. * WHERE...Portions of southwest Iowa and east central and southeast Nebraska. * WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 6 AM CST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Roads will become slick and hazardous. Periods of whiteout conditions will likely make travel impossible during the peak of the storm. Very strong winds could cause tree damage and power outages. Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you must go outside, dress in layers. Several layers of clothes will keep you warmer than a single heavy coat. Cover exposed skin to reduce your risk of frostbite or hypothermia. Gloves, a scarf, and a hat will keep you from losing your body heat. Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is winterized and in good working order.

High Wind Warning issued March 4 at 9:30PM CST until March 5 at 12:00PM CST by NWS Omaha/Valley NE * WHAT...North winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected. * WHERE...Portions of southwest and west central Iowa and east central, northeast, and southeast Nebraska. * WHEN...Until noon CST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds lasting several hours will blow down trees and power lines, and could cause minor roof damage. Scattered power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strong winds are also combining with snow to lead to poor visibility and whiteout conditions in some locations. Stay indoors and avoid windows if possible during the windstorm due to potential for flying debris.