Headline:
Winter Weather Advisory issued January 3 at 3:20AM CST until January 5 at 6:00PM CST by NWS Goodland KS
Event:
Winter Weather Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
January 3, 2025 - 1:20am
Expires:
January 3, 2025 - 2:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Mixed precipitation and moderate snowfall and blowing snow
expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 6 inches and ice
accumulations around a light glaze.
* WHERE...Decatur, Graham, Norton, Sheridan, and Gove Counties.
* WHEN...From noon Saturday to 6 PM CST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow
could significantly reduce visibility.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A wintry mix of freezing drizzle, sleet and
freezing rain through the day and early evening Saturday will then
transition to all snow overnight Saturday and through Sunday
morning. Snowfall will hide any ice on sidewalks and roadways
leading to hazardous travel conditions. Winds will also increase
Sunday morning leading to blowing snow especially across Gove,
Sheridan, and Graham counties resulting in significant visibility
reductions. If the mixed precipitation can turn over to snow
quicker then snow amounts will increase.
Instruction:
Slow down and use caution while traveling. For road conditions in
Kansas, Nebraska, and Colorado call 511. Do not use GPS for
alternate routes or go around barricades.
Persons traveling on Interstate 70 will experience travel delays and
hazardous driving conditions. Use extreme caution if you must travel.
A Winter Weather Advisory means that periods of snow, sleet, or
freezing rain will cause travel difficulties. Be prepared for slick
roads and limited visibilities, turn off cruise control and use
extra caution while driving.
Area Description:
Decatur; Norton; Sheridan; Graham; Gove
Forcast Office:
NWS Goodland KS