On Saturday at 3:40 p.m. a blizzard warning was issued by the National Weather Service valid from Sunday 3 a.m. until Monday midnight. The warning is for Beatrice Area as well as Jefferson, Pawnee and Richardson counties.
The NWS describes, “Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations between 8 and 13 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.”
“Travel will be very difficult to impossible. Widespread blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility,” states the NWS. “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. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.”
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What to do during a blizzard warning
Blizzard warnings are issued by the NWS for frequent gusts greater than or equal to 35 mph accompanied by falling and/or blowing snow, frequently reducing visibility to less than 1/4 mile for three hours or more. A blizzard warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds and poor visibilities are likely, leading to whiteout conditions making travel extremely difficult. Do not travel. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle and wait for help to arrive.
Source: The National Weather Service
This warning was produced by United Robots using National Weather Service data.
This warning was produced by United Robots using National Weather Service data.
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