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Winter Storm Warning 2, NWS Lincoln, IL

November 24, 2018Knox County, Marshall County, Stark County, Illinois

NWS Lincoln, IL issued this winter storm warning at Nov 24, 2018, 3:54 AM CST for Knox County, Marshall County, Stark County, Illinois. It took effect at Nov 25, 2018, 12:00 PM CST. It was in force for . No storm report in the archive falls inside the area while it was in force.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Nov 24, 2018, 3:54 AM CST (09:54 UTC)
In effect from
Nov 25, 2018, 12:00 PM CST
Expired
Nov 25, 2018, 11:38 AM CST
In force
Issued by
NWS Lincoln, IL

Counties Knox County, IL, Marshall County, IL, Stark County, IL

The radar

The Quad Cities radar (KDVN), 94 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 09:51 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

Open the radar archive at this moment

The archived warnings, watches and discussions in force at that minute are drawn over the scan, this one among them.

The nearest sounding before it

Davenport, (KDVN), launched 00:00Z, 9.9 hours before the alert went out and 90 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Davenport, at 00:00Z on 2018-11-24Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 0 joules per kilogram.LCL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km15 km-30°-20°-10°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Davenport, at 00:00Z on 2018-11-24The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 163 square meters per square second.19395878Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
The wind turning with height, colored by layer: ground to 1 km, 1 to 3 km, 3 to 6 km, 6 to 10 km.
Mixed-layer CAPE
0 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
No buoyant parcel
Mixed-layer LCL
607 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
13 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
163 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
179 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
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Supercell composite
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The text

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573 
WWUS43 KILX 240954
WSWILX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Lincoln IL
354 AM CST Sat Nov 24 2018

...Heavy Snow Possible Sunday Afternoon and Sunday Night...

ILZ027-028-241800-
/O.UPG.KILX.WS.A.0004.181125T1800Z-181126T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KILX.WS.W.0002.181125T1800Z-181126T0600Z/
Knox-Stark-
Including the cities of Galesburg and Toulon
354 AM CST Sat Nov 24 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON SUNDAY TO MIDNIGHT
CST SUNDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 6 
  inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Knox and Stark Counties.

* WHEN...From noon Sunday to midnight CST Sunday night.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult. Patchy
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Plan on
  slippery road conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. 

The latest road conditions for Illinois can be obtained by
calling 1-800-452-4368.

&&

$$

ILZ029-030-036-040-241800-
/O.UPG.KILX.WS.A.0004.181125T1800Z-181126T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KILX.WW.Y.0015.181125T1800Z-181126T0600Z/
Peoria-Marshall-Fulton-Schuyler-
Including the cities of Peoria, Lacon, Canton, and Rushville
354 AM CST Sat Nov 24 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON SUNDAY TO MIDNIGHT
CST SUNDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 
  inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Peoria, Marshall, Fulton and Schuyler Counties.

* WHEN...From noon Sunday to midnight CST Sunday night.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions and
  significantly reduced visibility due to wind driven snowfall.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. 

The latest road conditions for Illinois can be obtained by
calling 1-800-452-4368.

&&

$$

Shimon
5 follow-up statements
728 
WWUS43 KILX 241637
WSWILX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Lincoln IL
1037 AM CST Sat Nov 24 2018

...Heavy Snow Possible Sunday Afternoon and Sunday Night...

ILZ027-028-242245-
/O.CON.KILX.WS.W.0002.181125T1800Z-181126T0600Z/
Knox-Stark-
Including the cities of Galesburg and Toulon
1037 AM CST Sat Nov 24 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON SUNDAY TO
MIDNIGHT CST SUNDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 6 
  inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Knox and Stark Counties.

* WHEN...From noon Sunday to midnight CST Sunday night.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult. Patchy 
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Plan on 
  slippery road conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. 

The latest road conditions for Illinois can be obtained by
calling 1-800-452-4368.

&&

$$

ILZ029-030-036-040-242245-
/O.CON.KILX.WW.Y.0015.181125T1800Z-181126T0600Z/
Peoria-Marshall-Fulton-Schuyler-
Including the cities of Peoria, Lacon, Canton, and Rushville
1037 AM CST Sat Nov 24 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON SUNDAY TO
MIDNIGHT CST SUNDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 
  inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Peoria, Marshall, Fulton and Schuyler Counties.

* WHEN...From noon Sunday to midnight CST Sunday night.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions and 
  significantly reduced visibility due to wind driven snowfall.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. 

The latest road conditions for Illinois can be obtained by
calling 1-800-452-4368.

&&

$$
539 
WWUS43 KILX 242015
WSWILX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Lincoln IL
215 PM CST Sat Nov 24 2018

...Winter Storm to Impact Portions of Central Illinois Sunday 
Afternoon and Sunday Night...

ILZ030-250400-
/O.UPG.KILX.WW.Y.0015.181125T1800Z-181126T0600Z/
/O.EXA.KILX.WS.W.0002.181125T1800Z-181126T0600Z/
Marshall-
Including the city of Lacon
215 PM CST Sat Nov 24 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON SUNDAY TO MIDNIGHT
CST SUNDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 6
  inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Marshall County.

* WHEN...From noon Sunday to midnight CST Sunday night.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult. Patchy 
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Plan on 
  slippery road conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. 

The latest road conditions for Illinois can be obtained by
calling 1-800-452-4368.

&&

$$

ILZ027-028-250400-
/O.CON.KILX.WS.W.0002.181125T1800Z-181126T0600Z/
Knox-Stark-
Including the cities of Galesburg and Toulon
215 PM CST Sat Nov 24 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON SUNDAY TO
MIDNIGHT CST SUNDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 7 
  inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Knox and Stark Counties.

* WHEN...From noon Sunday to midnight CST Sunday night.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult. Patchy 
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Plan on 
  slippery road conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. 

The latest road conditions for Illinois can be obtained by
calling 1-800-452-4368.

&&

$$

ILZ031-037-038-041-047-250400-
/O.EXA.KILX.WW.Y.0015.181125T1800Z-181126T0600Z/
Woodford-Tazewell-McLean-Mason-Cass-
Including the cities of Eureka, Pekin, Bloomington, Normal, 
Havana, and Beardstown
215 PM CST Sat Nov 24 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON SUNDAY TO MIDNIGHT
CST SUNDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 
  inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Woodford, Tazewell, McLean, Mason and Cass Counties.

* WHEN...From noon Sunday to midnight CST Sunday night.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions and 
  significantly reduced visibility due to wind driven snowfall.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. 

The latest road conditions for Illinois can be obtained by
calling 1-800-452-4368.

&&

$$

ILZ029-036-040-250400-
/O.CON.KILX.WW.Y.0015.181125T1800Z-181126T0600Z/
Peoria-Fulton-Schuyler-
Including the cities of Peoria, Canton, and Rushville
215 PM CST Sat Nov 24 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON SUNDAY TO
MIDNIGHT CST SUNDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 
  inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Peoria, Marshall, Fulton and Schuyler Counties.

* WHEN...From noon Sunday to midnight CST Sunday night.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions and 
  significantly reduced visibility due to wind driven snowfall.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. 

The latest road conditions for Illinois can be obtained by
calling 1-800-452-4368.

&&

$$
609 
WWUS43 KILX 250348
WSWILX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Lincoln IL
948 PM CST Sat Nov 24 2018

...Winter Storm to Impact Portions of Central Illinois Sunday
Afternoon and Sunday Night...

ILZ027-028-030-251100-
/O.CON.KILX.WS.W.0002.181125T1800Z-181126T0600Z/
Knox-Stark-Marshall-
Including the cities of Galesburg, Toulon, and Lacon
948 PM CST Sat Nov 24 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON SUNDAY TO
MIDNIGHT CST SUNDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 7 
  inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Knox, Stark and Marshall Counties.

* WHEN...From noon Sunday to midnight CST Sunday night.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult. Patchy 
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Plan on 
  slippery road conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency.

The latest road conditions for Illinois can be obtained by
calling 1-800-452-4368.

&&

$$

ILZ029-031-036>038-040-041-047-251100-
/O.CON.KILX.WW.Y.0015.181125T1800Z-181126T0600Z/
Peoria-Woodford-Fulton-Tazewell-McLean-Schuyler-Mason-Cass-
Including the cities of Peoria, Eureka, Canton, Pekin, 
Bloomington, Normal, Rushville, Havana, and Beardstown
948 PM CST Sat Nov 24 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON SUNDAY TO
MIDNIGHT CST SUNDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 
  inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Peoria, Woodford, Fulton, Tazewell, Mclean, Schuyler,
  Mason and Cass Counties.

* WHEN...From noon Sunday to midnight CST Sunday night.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions and 
  significantly reduced visibility due to wind driven snowfall.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.

The latest road conditions for Illinois can be obtained by
calling 1-800-452-4368.

&&

$$

Auten
545 
WWUS43 KILX 250831
WSWILX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Lincoln IL
231 AM CST Sun Nov 25 2018

...Winter Storm to Impact Portions of Central Illinois This
Afternoon and Tonight...

ILZ027-028-030-251800-
/O.EXT.KILX.WS.W.0002.181125T1800Z-181126T1200Z/
Knox-Stark-Marshall-
Including the cities of Galesburg, Toulon, and Lacon
231 AM CST Sun Nov 25 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 6 AM CST
MONDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 
  inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Knox, Stark and Marshall Counties.

* WHEN...From noon today to 6 AM CST Monday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult. Patchy 
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Plan on 
  slippery road conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning means significant amounts of snow, sleet
and ice will make travel very hazardous or impossible. 

The latest road conditions for Illinois can be obtained by
calling 1-800-452-4368.

&&

$$

ILZ029-031-036>038-040-041-047-251800-
/O.EXT.KILX.WW.Y.0015.181125T2100Z-181126T1200Z/
Peoria-Woodford-Fulton-Tazewell-McLean-Schuyler-Mason-Cass-
Including the cities of Peoria, Eureka, Canton, Pekin, 
Bloomington, Normal, Rushville, Havana, and Beardstown
231 AM CST Sun Nov 25 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON
TO 6 AM CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 5 
  inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Peoria, Woodford, Fulton, Tazewell, Mclean, Schuyler, 
  Mason and Cass Counties.

* WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 6 AM CST Monday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions and 
  significantly reduced visibility due to wind driven snowfall.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory means that periods of snow, sleet or
freezing rain will cause travel difficulties. Expect slippery
roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. 

The latest road conditions for Illinois can be obtained by
calling 1-800-452-4368.

&&

$$

Shimon
399 
WWUS43 KILX 251738
WSWILX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Lincoln IL
1138 AM CST Sun Nov 25 2018

...Winter Storm Impacting Areas West of I-55 Tonight...

ILZ027-028-030-260145-
/O.UPG.KILX.WS.W.0002.181125T1800Z-181126T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KILX.BZ.W.0001.181126T0000Z-181126T1200Z/
Knox-Stark-Marshall-
Including the cities of Galesburg, Toulon, and Lacon
1138 AM CST Sun Nov 25 2018

...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 AM CST
MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations 
  of 6 to 10 inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Knox, Stark and Marshall Counties.

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 AM CST Monday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel will be very difficult. Areas of 
  blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty 
  winds could bring down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are
expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds
and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout
conditions, making travel extremely dangerous. Do not travel. If
you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get
stranded, stay with your vehicle. 

The latest road conditions for Illinois can be obtained by
calling 1-800-452-4368.

&&

$$

ILZ029-031-036-037-040-041-047-260145-
/O.UPG.KILX.WW.Y.0015.181125T2100Z-181126T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KILX.BZ.W.0001.181126T0000Z-181126T1200Z/
Peoria-Woodford-Fulton-Tazewell-Schuyler-Mason-Cass-
Including the cities of Peoria, Eureka, Canton, Pekin, Rushville,
Havana, and Beardstown
1138 AM CST Sun Nov 25 2018

...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 AM CST
MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations 
  of 3 to 6 inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of central and west central Illinois.

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 AM CST Monday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas 
  of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are
expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds
and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout
conditions, making travel extremely dangerous. Do not travel. If
you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get
stranded, stay with your vehicle. 

The latest road conditions for Illinois can be obtained by
calling 1-800-452-4368.

&&

$$

ILZ042-048>051-260145-
/O.EXB.KILX.WW.Y.0015.181126T0000Z-181126T1200Z/
Logan-Menard-Scott-Morgan-Sangamon-
Including the cities of Lincoln, Petersburg, Winchester, 
Jacksonville, and Springfield
1138 AM CST Sun Nov 25 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO
6 AM CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of up to two 
  inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Logan, Menard, Scott, Morgan and Sangamon Counties.

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 AM CST Monday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions and 
  significantly reduced visibility due to wind driven snowfall.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. 

The latest road conditions for Illinois can be obtained by
calling 1-800-452-4368.

&&

$$

ILZ038-260145-
/O.EXT.KILX.WW.Y.0015.181126T0000Z-181126T1200Z/
McLean-
Including the cities of Bloomington and Normal
1138 AM CST Sun Nov 25 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING
TO 6 AM CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 
  inches expected. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Peoria, Woodford, Fulton, Tazewell, Mclean, Schuyler, 
  Mason and Cass Counties.

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 AM CST Monday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions and 
  significantly reduced visibility due to wind driven snowfall.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. 

The latest road conditions for Illinois can be obtained by
calling 1-800-452-4368.

&&

$$

The office that day

Everything else NWS Lincoln, IL issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Nov 24, 3:54 AM CSTWinter Weather AdvisoryILXCass, Fulton, Logan, McLean, Marshall, Mason and 8 more50 hr

Nearby

Winter Storm Warnings in Illinois, 2018Every winter storm warning in 2018

Sources

The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.