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Winter Storm Watch 2, NWS Wichita, KS

February 12, 202126 counties in Kansas

NWS Wichita, KS issued this winter storm watch at Feb 12, 2021, 2:35 AM CST for 26 counties in Kansas. It took effect at Feb 14, 2021, 12:00 AM CST. It was in force for .

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Feb 12, 2021, 2:35 AM CST (08:35 UTC)
In effect from
Feb 14, 2021, 12:00 AM CST
Expired
Feb 13, 2021, 2:21 AM CST
In force
Issued by
NWS Wichita, KS
All 26 counties

Allen County, KS, Barton County, KS, Butler County, KS, Chase County, KS, Chautauqua County, KS, Cowley County, KS, Elk County, KS, Ellsworth County, KS, Greenwood County, KS, Harper County, KS, Harvey County, KS, Kingman County, KS, Labette County, KS, Lincoln County, KS, Marion County, KS, McPherson County, KS, Montgomery County, KS, Neosho County, KS, Reno County, KS, Rice County, KS, Russell County, KS, Saline County, KS, Sedgwick County, KS, Sumner County, KS, Wilson County, KS, Woodson County, KS

The radar

The Wichita radar (KICT), 45 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 08:38 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

Topeka, KS (KTOP), launched 00:00Z, 8.6 hours before the alert went out and 172 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, Topeka, KS at 00:00Z on 2021-02-12Temperature 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, Topeka, KS at 00:00Z on 2021-02-12The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 58 square meters per square second.1939587897Sfc1 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
1058 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
59 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
58 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
194 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

513 
WWUS43 KICT 120835
WSWICT

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Wichita KS
235 AM CST Fri Feb 12 2021


KSZ067-068-082-083-091-092-122245-
/O.NEW.KICT.WS.A.0002.210214T0600Z-210216T0000Z/
/O.CON.KICT.WC.Y.0001.210213T0600Z-210213T1800Z/
Reno-Harvey-Kingman-Sedgwick-Harper-Sumner-
Including the cities of Hutchinson, Newton, Kingman, Derby, 
Haysville, Bel Aire, Park City, Valley Center, Wichita, Anthony, 
Harper, Attica, and Wellington
235 AM CST Fri Feb 12 2021

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO
NOON CST SATURDAY...
...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE SATURDAY NIGHT THROUGH
MONDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...For the Wind Chill Advisory, very cold air will drive
  wind chills to 15 below at times. For the Winter Storm Watch,
  moderate to heavy snow accumulations are possible. Total snow
  accumulations may exceed 5 inches.

* WHERE...Portions of South Central Kansas.

* WHEN...For the Wind Chill Advisory, from tonight to noon on 
  Saturday. For the Winter Storm Watch, from late Saturday night 
  through Monday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous
  conditions will impact the morning and evening commute. The
  dangerous wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in 
  as little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This will be a long duration period of 
  dangerously cold conditions that will span multiple days, 
  potentially lasting into the middle of next week.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves. 

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. 

&&

$$

KSZ032-033-047>051-122245-
/O.NEW.KICT.WS.A.0002.210214T0600Z-210216T0000Z/
/O.CON.KICT.WC.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-210213T1800Z/
Russell-Lincoln-Barton-Ellsworth-Saline-Rice-McPherson-
Including the cities of Russell, Lincoln, Sylvan Grove, 
Great Bend, Ellsworth, Wilson, Salina, Lyons, Sterling, 
and McPherson
235 AM CST Fri Feb 12 2021

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
SATURDAY...
...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE SATURDAY NIGHT THROUGH
MONDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...For the Wind Chill Advisory, very cold air will drive
  wind chills as low as 20 below at times. For the Winter Storm
  Watch, moderate to heavy snow is possible. Total snow 
  accumulations may exceed 5 inches.

* WHERE...Portions of Central Kansas.

* WHEN...For the Wind Chill Advisory, until noon CST Saturday. 
  For the Winter Storm Watch, from late Saturday night through 
  Monday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. The 
  cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as 
  little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This will be a long duration period of 
  dangerously cold conditions that will span multiple days, 
  potentially lasting into the middle of next week.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves. 

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. 

&&

$$

KSZ069>072-093>096-098>100-122245-
/O.NEW.KICT.WS.A.0002.210214T1200Z-210216T0000Z/
/O.CON.KICT.WC.Y.0001.210213T0600Z-210213T1800Z/
Butler-Greenwood-Woodson-Allen-Cowley-Elk-Wilson-Neosho-
Chautauqua-Montgomery-Labette-
Including the cities of El Dorado, Augusta, Andover, Rose Hill, 
Eureka, Madison, Yates Center, Iola, Humboldt, Winfield, 
Arkansas City, Howard, Moline, Longton, Grenola, Neodesha, 
Fredonia, Chanute, Sedan, Cedar Vale, Coffeyville, Independence, 
and Parsons
235 AM CST Fri Feb 12 2021

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO
NOON CST SATURDAY...
...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY MORNING THROUGH
MONDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...For the Wind Chill Advisory, very cold wind air will
  drive wind chills as low as 15 below at times. For the Winter 
  Storm Watch, moderate to heavy snow is possible. Total snow 
  accumulations may exceed 4 inches.

* WHERE...Portions of South Central and Southeast Kansas.

* WHEN...For the Wind Chill Advisory, from midnight tonight to 
  noon CST Saturday. For the Winter Storm Watch, from Sunday 
  morning through Monday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. The 
  cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as 
  little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This will be a long duration period of 
  dangerously cold conditions that will span multiple days, 
  potentially lasting into the middle of next week.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves. 

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. 

&&

$$

KSZ052-053-122245-
/O.NEW.KICT.WS.A.0002.210214T1200Z-210216T0000Z/
/O.CON.KICT.WC.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-210213T1800Z/
Marion-Chase-
Including the cities of Hillsboro, Marion, Peabody, 
Cottonwood Falls, and Strong City
235 AM CST Fri Feb 12 2021

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
SATURDAY...
...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY MORNING THROUGH
MONDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...For the Wind Chill Advisory, very cold air will drive
  wind chills as low as 20 below at times. For the Winter Storm
  Watch, moderate to heavy snow is possible. Total snow 
  accumulations may exceed 4 inches.

* WHERE...Marion and Chase Counties.

* WHEN...For the Wind Chill Advisory, until noon CST Saturday. 
  For the Winter Storm Watch, from Sunday morning through Monday 
  afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. The 
  cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as 
  little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This will be a long duration period of 
  dangerously cold conditions that will span multiple days, 
  potentially lasting into the middle of next week.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves. 

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. 

&&

$$
3 follow-up statements
669 
WWUS43 KICT 121653
WSWICT

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Wichita KS
1053 AM CST Fri Feb 12 2021

KSZ067-068-082-083-091-092-130700-
/O.CON.KICT.WC.Y.0001.210213T0600Z-210213T1800Z/
/O.CON.KICT.WS.A.0002.210214T0600Z-210216T0000Z/
Reno-Harvey-Kingman-Sedgwick-Harper-Sumner-
Including the cities of Hutchinson, Newton, Kingman, Derby, 
Haysville, Bel Aire, Park City, Valley Center, Wichita, Anthony, 
Harper, Attica, and Wellington
1053 AM CST Fri Feb 12 2021

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO
NOON CST SATURDAY...
...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE SATURDAY NIGHT
THROUGH MONDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...For the Wind Chill Advisory, very cold air will drive 
  wind chills to 15 below at times. For the Winter Storm Watch, 
  moderate to heavy snow accumulations are possible. Total snow 
  accumulations may exceed 5 inches.

* WHERE...Portions of South Central Kansas.

* WHEN...For the Wind Chill Advisory, from tonight to noon on 
  Saturday. For the Winter Storm Watch, from late Saturday night 
  through Monday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions will impact the morning and evening commute. The 
  dangerous wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in 
  as little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This will be a long duration period of 
  dangerously cold conditions that will span multiple days, 
  potentially lasting into the middle of next week.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves.

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

&&

$$

KSZ032-033-047>051-130700-
/O.CON.KICT.WC.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-210213T1800Z/
/O.CON.KICT.WS.A.0002.210214T0600Z-210216T0000Z/
Russell-Lincoln-Barton-Ellsworth-Saline-Rice-McPherson-
Including the cities of Russell, Lincoln, Sylvan Grove, 
Great Bend, Ellsworth, Wilson, Salina, Lyons, Sterling, 
and McPherson
1053 AM CST Fri Feb 12 2021

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
SATURDAY...
...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE SATURDAY NIGHT
THROUGH MONDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...For the Wind Chill Advisory, very cold air will drive 
  wind chills as low as 20 below at times. For the Winter Storm 
  Watch, moderate to heavy snow is possible. Total snow 
  accumulations may exceed 5 inches.

* WHERE...Portions of Central Kansas.

* WHEN...For the Wind Chill Advisory, until noon CST Saturday. 
  For the Winter Storm Watch, from late Saturday night through 
  Monday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. The 
  cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as 
  little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This will be a long duration period of 
  dangerously cold conditions that will span multiple days, 
  potentially lasting into the middle of next week.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves.

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

&&

$$

KSZ069>072-093>096-098>100-130700-
/O.CON.KICT.WC.Y.0001.210213T0600Z-210213T1800Z/
/O.CON.KICT.WS.A.0002.210214T1200Z-210216T0000Z/
Butler-Greenwood-Woodson-Allen-Cowley-Elk-Wilson-Neosho-
Chautauqua-Montgomery-Labette-
Including the cities of El Dorado, Augusta, Andover, Rose Hill, 
Eureka, Madison, Yates Center, Iola, Humboldt, Winfield, 
Arkansas City, Howard, Moline, Longton, Grenola, Neodesha, 
Fredonia, Chanute, Sedan, Cedar Vale, Coffeyville, Independence, 
and Parsons
1053 AM CST Fri Feb 12 2021

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO
NOON CST SATURDAY...
...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY MORNING
THROUGH MONDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...For the Wind Chill Advisory, very cold wind air will 
  drive wind chills as low as 15 below at times. For the Winter 
  Storm Watch, moderate to heavy snow is possible. Total snow 
  accumulations may exceed 4 inches.

* WHERE...Portions of South Central and Southeast Kansas.

* WHEN...For the Wind Chill Advisory, from midnight tonight to 
  noon CST Saturday. For the Winter Storm Watch, from Sunday 
  morning through Monday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. The 
  cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as 
  little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This will be a long duration period of 
  dangerously cold conditions that will span multiple days, 
  potentially lasting into the middle of next week.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves.

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

&&

$$

KSZ052-053-130700-
/O.CON.KICT.WC.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-210213T1800Z/
/O.CON.KICT.WS.A.0002.210214T1200Z-210216T0000Z/
Marion-Chase-
Including the cities of Hillsboro, Marion, Peabody, 
Cottonwood Falls, and Strong City
1053 AM CST Fri Feb 12 2021

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
SATURDAY...
...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY MORNING
THROUGH MONDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...For the Wind Chill Advisory, very cold air will drive 
  wind chills as low as 20 below at times. For the Winter Storm 
  Watch, moderate to heavy snow is possible. Total snow 
  accumulations may exceed 4 inches.

* WHERE...Marion and Chase Counties.

* WHEN...For the Wind Chill Advisory, until noon CST Saturday. 
  For the Winter Storm Watch, from Sunday morning through Monday 
  afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. The 
  cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as 
  little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This will be a long duration period of 
  dangerously cold conditions that will span multiple days, 
  potentially lasting into the middle of next week.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves.

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

&&

$$

Ketcham
407 
WWUS43 KICT 122125
WSWICT

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Wichita KS
325 PM CST Fri Feb 12 2021

KSZ067-068-082-083-091-092-131130-
/O.CON.KICT.WC.Y.0001.210213T0600Z-210213T1800Z/
/O.CON.KICT.WS.A.0002.210214T0600Z-210216T0000Z/
Reno-Harvey-Kingman-Sedgwick-Harper-Sumner-
Including the cities of Hutchinson, Newton, Kingman, Derby, 
Haysville, Bel Aire, Park City, Valley Center, Wichita, Anthony, 
Harper, Attica, and Wellington
325 PM CST Fri Feb 12 2021

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO
NOON CST SATURDAY...
...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE SATURDAY NIGHT
THROUGH MONDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...For the Wind Chill Advisory, very cold air will drive
  wind chills to 15 below at times. For the Winter Storm Watch,
  moderate to heavy snow accumulations are possible. Total snow
  accumulations of 4 to 7 inches are possible. 

* WHERE...Portions of South Central Kansas.

* WHEN...For the Wind Chill Advisory, from tonight to noon on 
  Saturday. For the Winter Storm Watch, from late Saturday night 
  through Monday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions will impact the morning and evening commute. The 
  dangerous wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in 
  as little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This will be a long duration period of 
  dangerously cold conditions that will span multiple days, 
  potentially lasting into the middle of next week.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves.

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

&&

$$

KSZ032-033-047>051-131130-
/O.CON.KICT.WC.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-210213T1800Z/
/O.CON.KICT.WS.A.0002.210214T0600Z-210216T0000Z/
Russell-Lincoln-Barton-Ellsworth-Saline-Rice-McPherson-
Including the cities of Russell, Lincoln, Sylvan Grove, 
Great Bend, Ellsworth, Wilson, Salina, Lyons, Sterling, 
and McPherson
325 PM CST Fri Feb 12 2021

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
SATURDAY...
...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE SATURDAY NIGHT
THROUGH MONDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...For the Wind Chill Advisory, very cold air will drive
  wind chills as low as 20 below at times. For the Winter Storm
  Watch, moderate to heavy snow is possible. Total snow
  accumulations of 2 to 5 inches are possible. 

* WHERE...Portions of Central Kansas.

* WHEN...For the Wind Chill Advisory, until noon CST Saturday. 
  For the Winter Storm Watch, from late Saturday night through 
  Monday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. The 
  cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as 
  little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This will be a long duration period of 
  dangerously cold conditions that will span multiple days, 
  potentially lasting into the middle of next week.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves.

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

&&

$$

KSZ069>072-093>096-098>100-131130-
/O.CON.KICT.WC.Y.0001.210213T0600Z-210213T1800Z/
/O.CON.KICT.WS.A.0002.210214T1200Z-210216T0000Z/
Butler-Greenwood-Woodson-Allen-Cowley-Elk-Wilson-Neosho-
Chautauqua-Montgomery-Labette-
Including the cities of El Dorado, Augusta, Andover, Rose Hill, 
Eureka, Madison, Yates Center, Iola, Humboldt, Winfield, 
Arkansas City, Howard, Moline, Longton, Grenola, Neodesha, 
Fredonia, Chanute, Sedan, Cedar Vale, Coffeyville, Independence, 
and Parsons
325 PM CST Fri Feb 12 2021

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO
NOON CST SATURDAY...
...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY MORNING
THROUGH MONDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...For the Wind Chill Advisory, very cold wind air will
  drive wind chills as low as 15 below at times. For the Winter
  Storm Watch, moderate to heavy snow is possible. Total snow
  accumulations of 4 to 7 inches are possible. 

* WHERE...Portions of South Central and Southeast Kansas.

* WHEN...For the Wind Chill Advisory, from midnight tonight to 
  noon CST Saturday. For the Winter Storm Watch, from Sunday 
  morning through Monday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. The 
  cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as 
  little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This will be a long duration period of 
  dangerously cold conditions that will span multiple days, 
  potentially lasting into the middle of next week.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves.

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

&&

$$

KSZ052-053-131130-
/O.CON.KICT.WC.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-210213T1800Z/
/O.CON.KICT.WS.A.0002.210214T1200Z-210216T0000Z/
Marion-Chase-
Including the cities of Hillsboro, Marion, Peabody, 
Cottonwood Falls, and Strong City
325 PM CST Fri Feb 12 2021

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
SATURDAY...
...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY MORNING
THROUGH MONDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...For the Wind Chill Advisory, very cold air will drive
  wind chills as low as 20 below at times. For the Winter Storm
  Watch, moderate to heavy snow is possible. Total snow
  accumulations of 2 to 5 inches may occur.

* WHERE...Marion and Chase Counties.

* WHEN...For the Wind Chill Advisory, until noon CST Saturday. 
  For the Winter Storm Watch, from Sunday morning through Monday 
  afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. The 
  cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as 
  little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This will be a long duration period of 
  dangerously cold conditions that will span multiple days, 
  potentially lasting into the middle of next week.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves.

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

&&

$$

Ketcham
707 
WWUS43 KICT 130821
WSWICT

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Wichita KS
221 AM CST Sat Feb 13 2021


KSZ069>072-093>096-098>100-132230-
/O.UPG.KICT.WS.A.0002.210214T1200Z-210216T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KICT.WW.Y.0006.210214T0600Z-210215T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KICT.WC.A.0001.210215T1200Z-210216T1800Z/
/O.EXT.KICT.WC.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-210214T0600Z/
Butler-Greenwood-Woodson-Allen-Cowley-Elk-Wilson-Neosho-
Chautauqua-Montgomery-Labette-
Including the cities of El Dorado, Augusta, Andover, Rose Hill, 
Eureka, Madison, Yates Center, Iola, Humboldt, Winfield, 
Arkansas City, Howard, Moline, Longton, Grenola, Neodesha, 
Fredonia, Chanute, Sedan, Cedar Vale, Coffeyville, Independence, 
and Parsons
221 AM CST Sat Feb 13 2021

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST TONIGHT...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO
6 AM CST MONDAY...
...WIND CHILL WATCH IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY MORNING THROUGH TUESDAY
MORNING...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow and blowing snow
  are expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 6 inches. For the
  Wind Chill Advisory, wind chills as low as 20 below. For the
  Wind Chill Watch, wind chills as low as 30 below.

* WHERE...Portions of South Central and Southeast Kansas.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, from midnight tonight 
  to 6 AM CST Monday. For the Wind Chill Advisory, until 
  midnight CST tonight. For the Wind Chill Watch, from Monday 
  morning through Tuesday morning.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. The 
  cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as 
  little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This will be a long duration period of 
  dangerously cold conditions that will span multiple days, 
  potentially lasting into the middle of next week.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves. 

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

KSZ067-068-132230-
/O.UPG.KICT.WS.A.0002.210214T0600Z-210216T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KICT.WW.Y.0006.210214T0600Z-210215T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KICT.WC.A.0001.210215T0600Z-210216T1800Z/
/O.EXT.KICT.WC.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-210214T0600Z/
Reno-Harvey-
Including the cities of Hutchinson and Newton
221 AM CST Sat Feb 13 2021

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST TONIGHT...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO
MIDNIGHT CST SUNDAY NIGHT...
...WIND CHILL WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE SUNDAY NIGHT THROUGH
TUESDAY MORNING...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow and blowing snow
  are expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 5 inches. For the
  Wind Chill Advisory, wind chills as low as 20 below. For the
  Wind Chill Watch, wind chills as low as 30 below.

* WHERE...Reno and Harvey Counties.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, from midnight tonight 
  to midnight CST Sunday night. For the Wind Chill Advisory, 
  until midnight CST tonight. For the Wind Chill Watch, from 
  late Sunday night through Tuesday morning.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. The 
  cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as 
  little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This will be a long duration period of 
  dangerously cold conditions that will span multiple days, 
  potentially lasting into the middle of next week.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves. 

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

KSZ032-033-047>051-132230-
/O.UPG.KICT.WS.A.0002.210214T0600Z-210216T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KICT.WW.Y.0006.210214T0600Z-210215T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KICT.WC.A.0001.210215T0600Z-210216T1800Z/
/O.EXT.KICT.WC.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-210214T0600Z/
Russell-Lincoln-Barton-Ellsworth-Saline-Rice-McPherson-
Including the cities of Russell, Lincoln, Sylvan Grove, 
Great Bend, Ellsworth, Wilson, Salina, Lyons, Sterling, 
and McPherson
221 AM CST Sat Feb 13 2021

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST TONIGHT...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO
MIDNIGHT CST SUNDAY NIGHT...
...WIND CHILL WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE SUNDAY NIGHT THROUGH
TUESDAY MORNING...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow and blowing snow
  are expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 4 inches. For the
  Wind Chill Advisory, wind chills as low as 20 below. For the
  Wind Chill Watch, wind chills as low as 30 below.

* WHERE...Portions of Central Kansas.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, from midnight tonight 
  to midnight CST Sunday night. For the Wind Chill Advisory, 
  until midnight CST tonight. For the Wind Chill Watch, from 
  late Sunday night through Tuesday morning.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. The 
  cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as 
  little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This will be a long duration period of 
  dangerously cold conditions that will span multiple days, 
  potentially lasting into the middle of next week.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves. 

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

KSZ082-083-091-092-132230-
/O.UPG.KICT.WS.A.0002.210214T0600Z-210216T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KICT.WW.Y.0006.210214T0600Z-210215T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KICT.WC.A.0001.210215T1200Z-210216T1800Z/
/O.EXT.KICT.WC.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-210214T0600Z/
Kingman-Sedgwick-Harper-Sumner-
Including the cities of Kingman, Derby, Haysville, Bel Aire, 
Park City, Valley Center, Wichita, Anthony, Harper, Attica, 
and Wellington
221 AM CST Sat Feb 13 2021

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST TONIGHT...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO
6 AM CST MONDAY...
...WIND CHILL WATCH IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY MORNING THROUGH TUESDAY
MORNING...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow and blowing snow
  are expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 6 inches. For the
  Wind Chill Advisory, wind chills as low as 15 below. For the
  Wind Chill Watch, wind chills as low as 30 below.

* WHERE...Kingman, Sedgwick, Harper and Sumner Counties.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, from midnight tonight 
  to 6 AM CST Monday. For the Wind Chill Advisory, until 
  midnight CST tonight. For the Wind Chill Watch, from Monday 
  morning through Tuesday morning.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. The 
  cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as 
  little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This will be a long duration period of 
  dangerously cold conditions that will span multiple days, 
  potentially lasting into the middle of next week.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves. 

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

KSZ053-132230-
/O.UPG.KICT.WS.A.0002.210214T1200Z-210216T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KICT.WW.Y.0006.210214T0600Z-210215T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KICT.WC.A.0001.210215T1200Z-210216T1800Z/
/O.EXT.KICT.WC.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-210214T0600Z/
Chase-
Including the cities of Cottonwood Falls and Strong City
221 AM CST Sat Feb 13 2021

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST TONIGHT...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO
6 AM CST MONDAY...
...WIND CHILL WATCH IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY MORNING THROUGH TUESDAY
MORNING...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow and blowing snow
  are expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches. For the
  Wind Chill Advisory, wind chills as low as 20 below. For the
  Wind Chill Watch, wind chills as low as 30 below.

* WHERE...Chase County.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, from midnight tonight 
  to 6 AM CST Monday. For the Wind Chill Advisory, until 
  midnight CST tonight. For the Wind Chill Watch, from Monday 
  morning through Tuesday morning.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. The 
  cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as 
  little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This will be a long duration period of 
  dangerously cold conditions that will span multiple days, 
  potentially lasting into the middle of next week.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves. 

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

KSZ052-132230-
/O.UPG.KICT.WS.A.0002.210214T1200Z-210216T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KICT.WW.Y.0006.210214T0600Z-210215T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KICT.WC.A.0001.210215T0600Z-210216T1800Z/
/O.EXT.KICT.WC.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-210214T0600Z/
Marion-
Including the cities of Hillsboro, Marion, and Peabody
221 AM CST Sat Feb 13 2021

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST TONIGHT...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO
MIDNIGHT CST SUNDAY NIGHT...
...WIND CHILL WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE SUNDAY NIGHT THROUGH
TUESDAY MORNING...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow and blowing snow
  are expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches. For the
  Wind Chill Advisory, wind chills as low as 20 below. For the
  Wind Chill Watch, wind chills as low as 30 below.

* WHERE...Marion County.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, from midnight tonight 
  to midnight CST Sunday night. For the Wind Chill Advisory, 
  until midnight CST tonight. For the Wind Chill Watch, from 
  late Sunday night through Tuesday morning.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. The 
  cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as 
  little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This will be a long duration period of 
  dangerously cold conditions that will span multiple days, 
  potentially lasting into the middle of next week.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves. 

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. 

The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

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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.