Winter Storm Warning 01/04/2025 00:16 for Iowa, Illinois areas

Headline: 
Winter Storm Warning issued January 4 at 2:16AM CST until January 6 at 6:00AM CST by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Event: 
Winter Storm Warning
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
January 4, 2025 - 12:16am
Expires: 
January 4, 2025 - 8:30am
Description: 
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 6 inches. Winds could gust as high as 30 mph, which may lead to blowing and drifting snow. * WHERE...In Illinois, Hancock and McDonough Counties. In Iowa, Lee County. * WHEN...From 3 AM Sunday to 6 AM CST Monday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute.
Instruction: 
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. In Iowa, the latest road conditions are available at ia511.org or by calling 511. In Illinois, the latest road conditions are available at gettingaroundillinois.com. 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.
Area Description: 
Lee; Hancock; McDonough
Forcast Office: 
NWS Quad Cities IA IL