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Wind Chill Warning 1, NWS Des Moines, IA

January 12, 202451 counties in Iowa

NWS Des Moines, IA issued this wind chill warning at Jan 12, 2024, 3:32 PM CST for 51 counties in Iowa. It took effect at Jan 13, 2024, 12:00 AM CST. It was in force for 3 days. 5 reports came from inside the area while it was in force.

The area

The counties it named, with what was reported inside it.

The facts

Issued
Jan 12, 2024, 3:32 PM CST (21:32 UTC)
In effect from
Jan 13, 2024, 12:00 AM CST
Expired
Jan 16, 2024, 11:04 AM CST
In force
3 days
Issued by
NWS Des Moines, IA
All 51 counties

Adair County, IA, Adams County, IA, Appanoose County, IA, Audubon County, IA, Black Hawk County, IA, Boone County, IA, Bremer County, IA, Butler County, IA, Calhoun County, IA, Carroll County, IA, Cass County, IA, Cerro Gordo County, IA, Clarke County, IA, Crawford County, IA, Dallas County, IA, Davis County, IA, Decatur County, IA, Emmet County, IA, Franklin County, IA, Greene County, IA, Grundy County, IA, Guthrie County, IA, Hamilton County, IA, Hancock County, IA, Hardin County, IA, Humboldt County, IA, Jasper County, IA, Kossuth County, IA, Lucas County, IA, Madison County, IA, Mahaska County, IA, Marion County, IA, Marshall County, IA, Monroe County, IA, Palo Alto County, IA, Pocahontas County, IA, Polk County, IA, Poweshiek County, IA, Ringgold County, IA, Sac County, IA, Story County, IA, Tama County, IA, Taylor County, IA, Union County, IA, Wapello County, IA, Warren County, IA, Wayne County, IA, Webster County, IA, Winnebago County, IA, Worth County, IA, Wright County, IA

The radar

The Des Moines radar (KDMX), 23 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 21:33 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.

What was reported inside it

TimeReportWhereRemark
Jan 13, 4:00 PM CSTBLIZZARD2 W Algona, IA1/4 mile or less visibility with wind gusts 35+ mph for much of the afternoon.
Jan 13, 4:00 PM CSTBLIZZARD2 Wnw Clarion, IA1/4 mile or less visibility with wind gusts 35+ mph for much of the afternoon.
Jan 13, 4:00 PM CSTBLIZZARD3 Sw Webster City, IA1/4 mile or less visibility with gusts 35 mph+ for much of the afternoon.
Jan 13, 4:00 PM CSTBLIZZARD3 Wsw Glidden, IA1/4 mile or less visibility with wind gusts of 35 mph+ for much of the afternoon.
Jan 13, 4:40 PM CSTSNOW 11.51 Nw Grinnell, IA

Local storm reports filed while the alert was in force, from inside its polygon or its counties.

The nearest sounding before it

Omaha, NE (KOAX), launched 12:00Z, 9.5 hours before the alert went out and 230 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, Omaha, NE at 12:00Z on 2024-01-12Temperature 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°0°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Omaha, NE at 12:00Z on 2024-01-12The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 303 square meters per square second.193958Sfc1 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
683 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
31 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
303 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
406 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

Open this sounding in Storm Lab

The text

As transmitted.

388 
WWUS43 KDMX 122132
WSWDMX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
332 PM CST Fri Jan 12 2024

...Blizzard Conditions Continue into Saturday... 
...Life Threatening Wind Chills Expected Saturday into Early Next
Week...

.A multi-faceted dangerous winter storm will continue to affect
Iowa into Saturday. This dangerous storm will continue to bring 
additional light snow across much of the state today and tomorrow 
with additional accumulations of an inch or two forecast through
Saturday. Winds will continue to increase, with life threatening 
blizzard conditions at least into Saturday. Dangerous 
temperatures follow into the weekend through early next week, with
wind chill values down to 45 below zero expected.

IAZ070>073-081>084-092>095-130545-
/O.UPG.KDMX.WC.A.0001.240114T0000Z-240116T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KDMX.WC.W.0001.240113T0600Z-240116T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KDMX.WW.Y.0002.240113T1200Z-240114T0000Z/
/O.CON.KDMX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240113T1200Z/
Cass-Adair-Madison-Warren-Adams-Union-Clarke-Lucas-Taylor-
Ringgold-Decatur-Wayne-
Including the cities of Atlantic, Greenfield, Stuart, Adair, 
Fontanelle, Winterset, Earlham, Indianola, Norwalk, Carlisle, 
Corning, Creston, Osceola, Chariton, Bedford, Lenox, New Market, 
Mount Ayr, Lamoni, Leon, Corydon, Seymour, Allerton, and Humeston
332 PM CST Fri Jan 12 2024

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST SATURDAY...
...WIND CHILL WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO NOON CST
TUESDAY...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 6 PM CST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Total snow accumulations of up to an inch or two. For 
  the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions. Winds gusting as high
  as 45 mph. For the Wind Chill Warning, dangerously cold wind 
  chills expected. Wind chills as low as 45 below zero at times. 
  For the Winter Weather Advisory, blowing snow and reduced 
  visibilities under a mile possible. Winds gusting as high as 40 
  mph.

* WHERE...Southwest into south central Iowa.

* WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, until 6 AM CST Saturday. For 
  the Wind Chill Warning, from midnight tonight to noon CST 
  Tuesday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 6 AM to 6 PM 
  CST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing snow
  could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions
  could impact the morning or evening commute. The dangerously
  cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as
  little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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. 

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. 

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

For the latest travel conditions, check the Iowa 511 app,
www.511ia.org, or dial 511.

&&

$$

IAZ074-075-085-086-096-097-130545-
/O.UPG.KDMX.WC.A.0001.240114T0000Z-240116T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KDMX.WC.W.0001.240114T0000Z-240116T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KDMX.WW.Y.0002.240113T1200Z-240114T0000Z/
/O.CON.KDMX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240113T1200Z/
Marion-Mahaska-Monroe-Wapello-Appanoose-Davis-
Including the cities of Pella, Knoxville, Oskaloosa, Albia, 
Ottumwa, Centerville, and Bloomfield
332 PM CST Fri Jan 12 2024

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST SATURDAY...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 6 PM CST
SATURDAY...
...WIND CHILL WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM SATURDAY TO NOON CST
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Total snow accumulations of up to an inch or two. For 
  the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions. Winds gusting as high
  as 45 mph. For the Wind Chill Warning, dangerously cold wind 
  chills expected. Wind chills as low as 45 below zero at times. 
  For the Winter Weather Advisory, blowing snow and reduced 
  visibilities under a mile possible. Winds gusting as high as 40 
  mph.

* WHERE...South-central Iowa

* WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, until 6 AM CST Saturday. For 
  the Winter Weather Advisory, from 6 AM to 6 PM CST Saturday. 
  For the Wind Chill Warning, from 6 PM Saturday to noon CST 
  Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Gusty
  winds could bring down tree branches. The dangerously cold wind
  chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10
  minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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. 

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. 

For the latest travel conditions, check the Iowa 511 app,
www.511ia.org, or dial 511.

&&

$$

IAZ004>006-015-016-023>025-033>036-044>048-057>060-130545-
/O.UPG.KDMX.WC.A.0001.240114T0000Z-240116T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KDMX.WC.W.0001.240113T0600Z-240116T1800Z/
/O.EXT.KDMX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240114T0000Z/
Emmet-Kossuth-Winnebago-Palo Alto-Hancock-Pocahontas-Humboldt-
Wright-Sac-Calhoun-Webster-Hamilton-Crawford-Carroll-Greene-Boone-
Story-Audubon-Guthrie-Dallas-Polk-
Including the cities of Estherville, Algona, Forest City, 
Lake Mills, Emmetsburg, Garner, Britt, Kanawha, Pocahontas, 
Laurens, Rolfe, Fonda, Gilmore City, Humboldt, Eagle Grove, 
Clarion, Belmond, Sac City, Lake View, Odebolt, Wall Lake, 
Schaller, Early, Rockwell City, Manson, Lake City, Pomeroy, 
Fort Dodge, Webster City, Denison, Carroll, Jefferson, Boone, 
Ames, Audubon, Exira, Guthrie Center, Panora, Bayard, Casey, 
Perry, Waukee, Adel, and Des Moines
332 PM CST Fri Jan 12 2024

...BLIZZARD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST SATURDAY...
...WIND CHILL WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO NOON CST
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Total snow accumulations of up to an inch or two. For the
  Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions. Winds gusting as high as
  45 mph. For the Wind Chill Warning, dangerously cold wind chills
  expected. Wind chills as low as 45 below zero at times.

* WHERE...Portions of central, western, northern, and northwest
  Iowa.

* WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, until 6 PM CST Saturday. For 
  the Wind Chill Warning, from midnight tonight to noon CST 
  Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Gusty
  winds could bring down tree branches. The dangerously cold wind
  chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10
  minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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. 

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. 

For the latest travel conditions, check the Iowa 511 app,
www.511ia.org, or dial 511.

&&

$$

IAZ007-017-026>028-037>039-049-050-061-062-130545-
/O.UPG.KDMX.WC.A.0001.240114T0000Z-240116T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KDMX.WC.W.0001.240114T0000Z-240116T1800Z/
/O.EXT.KDMX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240114T0000Z/
Worth-Cerro Gordo-Franklin-Butler-Bremer-Hardin-Grundy-Black Hawk-
Marshall-Tama-Jasper-Poweshiek-
Including the cities of Northwood, Manly, Mason City, Clear Lake,
Hampton, Parkersburg, Clarksville, Shell Rock, Greene, Aplington,
Allison, Dumont, Waverly, Iowa Falls, Eldora, Ackley, 
Grundy Center, Reinbeck, Conrad, Dike, Wellsburg, Waterloo, 
Cedar Falls, Marshalltown, Tama, Toledo, Traer, Dysart, 
Gladbrook, Newton, and Grinnell
332 PM CST Fri Jan 12 2024

...BLIZZARD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST SATURDAY...
...WIND CHILL WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM SATURDAY TO NOON CST
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Total snow accumulations of up to an inch or two. For the
  Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions. Winds gusting as high as
  45 mph. For the Wind Chill Warning, dangerously cold wind chills
  expected. Wind chills as low as 45 below zero at times. 

* WHERE...Portions of central, northern, and northeast Iowa.

* WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, until 6 PM CST Saturday. For 
  the Wind Chill Warning, from 6 PM Saturday to noon CST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Gusty
  winds could bring down tree branches. The dangerously cold wind
  chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10
  minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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. 

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. 

For the latest travel conditions, check the Iowa 511 app,
www.511ia.org, or dial 511.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/desmoines
17 follow-up statements
450 
WWUS43 KDMX 130324
WSWDMX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
924 PM CST Fri Jan 12 2024

...Blizzard Conditions Continue into Saturday...
...Life Threatening Wind Chills Expected Saturday into Early Next
Week...

.A multi-faceted dangerous winter storm will continue to affect
Iowa into Saturday. This dangerous storm will continue to bring
additional light snow across much of the state tonight and 
tomorrow with additional accumulations generally an inch or less
through Saturday. Winds will continue to increase, with life 
threatening blizzard conditions at least into Saturday central and
north. Dangerous temperatures follow into the weekend through 
early next week, with wind chill values down to 45 below zero 
expected.

IAZ070>073-081>084-092>095-131100-
/O.CON.KDMX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240113T1200Z/
/O.CON.KDMX.WC.W.0001.240113T0600Z-240116T1800Z/
/O.CON.KDMX.WW.Y.0002.240113T1200Z-240114T0000Z/
Cass-Adair-Madison-Warren-Adams-Union-Clarke-Lucas-Taylor-
Ringgold-Decatur-Wayne-
Including the cities of Atlantic, Greenfield, Stuart, Adair, 
Fontanelle, Winterset, Earlham, Indianola, Norwalk, Carlisle, 
Corning, Creston, Osceola, Chariton, Bedford, Lenox, New Market, 
Mount Ayr, Lamoni, Leon, Corydon, Seymour, Allerton, and Humeston
924 PM CST Fri Jan 12 2024

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST SATURDAY...
...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TUESDAY...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 6 PM
CST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Total snow accumulations of up to an inch or two north. 
  For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions. Winds gusting as 
  high as 45 mph. For the Wind Chill Warning, dangerously cold 
  wind chills expected. Wind chills as low as 45 below zero at 
  times. For the Winter Weather Advisory, blowing snow and reduced
  visibilities under a mile possible. Winds gusting as high as 40
  mph.

* WHERE...Southwest into south central Iowa.

* WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, until 6 AM CST Saturday. For 
  the Wind Chill Warning, from midnight tonight to noon CST 
  Tuesday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 6 AM to 6 PM 
  CST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. The 
  dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed 
  skin in as little as 10 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The Iowa Department of Transportation
  reports travel not advised across much of central Iowa this
  evening, with some roads impassable due to blowing and drifting
  snow. Towing is not recommended over the much of the area so 
  you may be stranded if an accident occurs. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

For the latest travel conditions, check the Iowa 511 app,
www.511ia.org, or dial 511.

&&

$$

IAZ074-075-085-086-096-097-131100-
/O.CON.KDMX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240113T1200Z/
/O.CON.KDMX.WC.W.0001.240114T0000Z-240116T1800Z/
/O.CON.KDMX.WW.Y.0002.240113T1200Z-240114T0000Z/
Marion-Mahaska-Monroe-Wapello-Appanoose-Davis-
Including the cities of Pella, Knoxville, Oskaloosa, Albia, 
Ottumwa, Centerville, and Bloomfield
924 PM CST Fri Jan 12 2024

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST SATURDAY...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 6 PM
CST SATURDAY...
...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM SATURDAY TO
NOON CST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Total snow accumulations of an inch or less. Blizzard
  Warning, blizzard conditions. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. 
  For the Wind Chill Warning, dangerously cold wind chills 
  expected. Wind chills as low as 45 below zero at times. For the 
  Winter Weather Advisory, blowing snow and reduced visibilities 
  under a mile possible. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...South-central Iowa.

* WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, until 6 AM CST Saturday. For 
  the Winter Weather Advisory, from 6 AM to 6 PM CST Saturday. 
  For the Wind Chill Warning, from 6 PM Saturday to noon CST 
  Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Gusty 
  winds could bring down tree branches. The dangerously cold 
  wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little 
  as 10 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The Iowa Department of Transportation
  reports travel not advised across much of central Iowa this
  evening, with some roads impassable due to blowing and drifting
  snow. Towing is not recommended over the much of the area so 
  you may be stranded if an accident occurs. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

For the latest travel conditions, check the Iowa 511 app,
www.511ia.org, or dial 511.

&&

$$

IAZ004>006-015-016-023>025-033>036-044>048-057>060-131100-
/O.CON.KDMX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240114T0000Z/
/O.CON.KDMX.WC.W.0001.240113T0600Z-240116T1800Z/
Emmet-Kossuth-Winnebago-Palo Alto-Hancock-Pocahontas-Humboldt-
Wright-Sac-Calhoun-Webster-Hamilton-Crawford-Carroll-Greene-Boone-
Story-Audubon-Guthrie-Dallas-Polk-
Including the cities of Estherville, Algona, Forest City, 
Lake Mills, Emmetsburg, Garner, Britt, Kanawha, Pocahontas, 
Laurens, Rolfe, Fonda, Gilmore City, Humboldt, Eagle Grove, 
Clarion, Belmond, Sac City, Lake View, Odebolt, Wall Lake, 
Schaller, Early, Rockwell City, Manson, Lake City, Pomeroy, 
Fort Dodge, Webster City, Denison, Carroll, Jefferson, Boone, 
Ames, Audubon, Exira, Guthrie Center, Panora, Bayard, Casey, 
Perry, Waukee, Adel, and Des Moines
924 PM CST Fri Jan 12 2024

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST SATURDAY...
...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Total snow accumulations of up to an inch or two north
  toward the Minnesota border. For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard
  conditions. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. For the Wind Chill
  Warning, dangerously cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as 
  low as 45 below zero at times.

* WHERE...Portions of central, western, northern, and northwest 
  Iowa.

* WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, until 6 PM CST Saturday. For 
  the Wind Chill Warning, from midnight tonight to noon CST 
  Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Gusty 
  winds could bring down tree branches. The dangerously cold 
  wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little 
  as 10 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The Iowa Department of Transportation
  reports travel not advised across much of central Iowa this
  evening, with some roads impassable due to blowing and drifting
  snow. Towing is not recommended over the much of the area so 
  you may be stranded if an accident occurs. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

For the latest travel conditions, check the Iowa 511 app,
www.511ia.org, or dial 511.

&&

$$

IAZ007-017-026>028-037>039-049-050-061-062-131100-
/O.CON.KDMX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240114T0000Z/
/O.CON.KDMX.WC.W.0001.240114T0000Z-240116T1800Z/
Worth-Cerro Gordo-Franklin-Butler-Bremer-Hardin-Grundy-Black Hawk-
Marshall-Tama-Jasper-Poweshiek-
Including the cities of Northwood, Manly, Mason City, Clear Lake,
Hampton, Parkersburg, Clarksville, Shell Rock, Greene, Aplington,
Allison, Dumont, Waverly, Iowa Falls, Eldora, Ackley, 
Grundy Center, Reinbeck, Conrad, Dike, Wellsburg, Waterloo, 
Cedar Falls, Marshalltown, Tama, Toledo, Traer, Dysart, 
Gladbrook, Newton, and Grinnell
924 PM CST Fri Jan 12 2024

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST SATURDAY...
...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM SATURDAY TO
NOON CST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Total snow accumulations of up to an inch or two. For 
  the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions. Winds gusting as 
  high as 45 mph. For the Wind Chill Warning, dangerously cold 
  wind chills expected. Wind chills as low as 45 below zero at 
  times.

* WHERE...Portions of central, northern, and northeast Iowa.

* WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, until 6 PM CST Saturday. For 
  the Wind Chill Warning, from 6 PM Saturday to noon CST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Gusty 
  winds could bring down tree branches. The dangerously cold 
  wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little 
  as 10 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The Iowa Department of Transportation
  reports travel not advised across much of central Iowa this
  evening, with some roads impassable due to blowing and drifting
  snow. Towing is not recommended over the much of the area so 
  you may be stranded if an accident occurs. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

For the latest travel conditions, check the Iowa 511 app,
www.511ia.org, or dial 511.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/desmoines

Small
269 
WWUS43 KDMX 130935
WSWDMX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
335 AM CST Sat Jan 13 2024

...Blizzard Conditions Continue Today...
 ...Life Threatening Wind Chills Expected Today into Early Next 
Week...

.A multi-faceted dangerous winter storm will continue to affect
Iowa today. This dangerous storm will bring additional light snow
across much of the state today with additional accumulations 
generally an inch or less. Winds will continue to increase, with 
life threatening blizzard conditions, especially this afternoon 
to evening across portions of central and northern Iowa. 
Dangerous temperatures follow this weekend through early next 
week, with wind chill values down to 45 below zero expected.

IAZ027-028-038-039-049-050-061-062-131745-
/O.EXA.KDMX.WW.Y.0002.240113T1200Z-240114T0000Z/
/O.EXT.KDMX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240113T1200Z/
/O.CON.KDMX.WC.W.0001.240114T0000Z-240116T1800Z/
Butler-Bremer-Grundy-Black Hawk-Marshall-Tama-Jasper-Poweshiek-
Including the cities of Parkersburg, Clarksville, Shell Rock, 
Greene, Aplington, Allison, Dumont, Waverly, Grundy Center, 
Reinbeck, Conrad, Dike, Wellsburg, Waterloo, Cedar Falls, 
Marshalltown, Tama, Toledo, Traer, Dysart, Gladbrook, Newton, 
and Grinnell
335 AM CST Sat Jan 13 2024

...BLIZZARD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST EARLY THIS
MORNING...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM THIS MORNING TO
6 PM CST THIS EVENING...
...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO
NOON CST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions. Winds
  gusting as high as 45 mph. For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow
  expected. Total snow accumulations of up to one inch. For the
  Wind Chill Warning, dangerously cold wind chills expected. Wind
  chills as low as 45 below zero at times.

* WHERE...Portions of central, northern, and northeast Iowa.

* WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, until 6 AM CST early this 
  morning. For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 6 AM this 
  morning to 6 PM CST this evening. For the Wind Chill Warning, 
  from 6 PM this evening to noon CST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous
  conditions could impact travel throughout today. The 
  dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed 
  skin in as little as 10 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The Iowa Department of Transportation
  reports travel not advised across much of central Iowa, with 
  some roads impassable due to blowing and drifting snow. Towing 
  is not recommended over the much of the area so you may be 
  stranded if an accident occurs.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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. 

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. 

For the latest travel conditions, check the Iowa 511 app,
www.511ia.org, or dial 511.

&&

$$

IAZ070>073-081>084-092>095-131745-
/O.CON.KDMX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240113T1200Z/
/O.CON.KDMX.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240116T1800Z/
/O.CON.KDMX.WW.Y.0002.240113T1200Z-240114T0000Z/
Cass-Adair-Madison-Warren-Adams-Union-Clarke-Lucas-Taylor-
Ringgold-Decatur-Wayne-
Including the cities of Atlantic, Greenfield, Stuart, Adair, 
Fontanelle, Winterset, Earlham, Indianola, Norwalk, Carlisle, 
Corning, Creston, Osceola, Chariton, Bedford, Lenox, New Market, 
Mount Ayr, Lamoni, Leon, Corydon, Seymour, Allerton, and Humeston
335 AM CST Sat Jan 13 2024

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST EARLY THIS
MORNING...
...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TUESDAY...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM THIS
MORNING TO 6 PM CST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions. Winds
  gusting as high as 45mph. Additional accumulations up to an inch
  expected. For the Wind Chill Warning, dangerously cold wind
  chills. Wind chills as low as 45 below zero at times. For the
  Winter Weather Advisory, blowing snow and reduced visibilities
  under a mile possible. 

* WHERE...Southwest into south central Iowa.

* WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, until 6 AM CST early this 
  morning. For the Wind Chill Warning, until noon CST Tuesday. 
  For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 6 AM this morning to 6 
  PM CST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing snow
  could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions
  could impact travel throughout today. The dangerously cold wind
  chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10
  minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The Iowa Department of Transportation
  reports travel not advised across much of central Iowa, with 
  some roads impassable due to blowing and drifting snow. Towing 
  is not recommended over the much of the area so you may be 
  stranded if an accident occurs. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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. 

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. 

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

For the latest travel conditions, check the Iowa 511 app,
www.511ia.org, or dial 511.

&&

$$

IAZ074-075-085-086-096-097-131745-
/O.CON.KDMX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240113T1200Z/
/O.CON.KDMX.WC.W.0001.240114T0000Z-240116T1800Z/
/O.CON.KDMX.WW.Y.0002.240113T1200Z-240114T0000Z/
Marion-Mahaska-Monroe-Wapello-Appanoose-Davis-
Including the cities of Pella, Knoxville, Oskaloosa, Albia, 
Ottumwa, Centerville, and Bloomfield
335 AM CST Sat Jan 13 2024

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CST EARLY THIS
MORNING...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM THIS
MORNING TO 6 PM CST THIS EVENING...
...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO
NOON CST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions. Winds
  gusting as high as 45 mph. For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow
  expected. Total snow accumulations of up to one inch. For the
  Wind Chill Warning, dangerously cold wind chills expected. Wind
  chills as low as 45 below zero at times.

* WHERE...South-central Iowa.

* WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, until 6 AM CST early this 
  morning. For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 6 AM this 
  morning to 6 PM CST this evening. For the Wind Chill Warning, 
  from 6 PM this evening to noon CST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous
  conditions could impact travel throughout today. The 
  dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed 
  skin in as little as 10 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The Iowa Department of Transportation
  reports travel not advised across much of central Iowa this
  evening, with some roads impassable due to blowing and drifting
  snow. Towing is not recommended over the much of the area so 
  you may be stranded if an accident occurs..

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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. 

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. 

For the latest travel conditions, check the Iowa 511 app,
www.511ia.org, or dial 511.

&&

$$

IAZ004>006-015-016-023>025-033>036-044>048-057>060-131745-
/O.CON.KDMX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240114T0000Z/
/O.CON.KDMX.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240116T1800Z/
Emmet-Kossuth-Winnebago-Palo Alto-Hancock-Pocahontas-Humboldt-
Wright-Sac-Calhoun-Webster-Hamilton-Crawford-Carroll-Greene-Boone-
Story-Audubon-Guthrie-Dallas-Polk-
Including the cities of Estherville, Algona, Forest City, 
Lake Mills, Emmetsburg, Garner, Britt, Kanawha, Pocahontas, 
Laurens, Rolfe, Fonda, Gilmore City, Humboldt, Eagle Grove, 
Clarion, Belmond, Sac City, Lake View, Odebolt, Wall Lake, 
Schaller, Early, Rockwell City, Manson, Lake City, Pomeroy, 
Fort Dodge, Webster City, Denison, Carroll, Jefferson, Boone, 
Ames, Audubon, Exira, Guthrie Center, Panora, Bayard, Casey, 
Perry, Waukee, Adel, and Des Moines
335 AM CST Sat Jan 13 2024

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions. Additional
  snow accumulations of up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as
  45 mph. For the Wind Chill Warning, dangerously cold wind 
  chills. Wind chills as low as 45 below zero.

* WHERE...Portions of central, western, northern, and northwest
  Iowa.

* WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, until 6 PM CST this evening. 
  For the Wind Chill Warning, until noon CST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous
  conditions could impact travel throughout the day. The 
  dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed 
  skin in as little as 10 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The Iowa Department of Transportation
  reports travel not advised across much of central Iowa this
  evening, with some roads impassable due to blowing and drifting
  snow. Towing is not recommended over the much of the area so you
  may be stranded if an accident occurs.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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. 

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. 

For the latest travel conditions, check the Iowa 511 app,
www.511ia.org, or dial 511.

&&

$$

IAZ007-017-026-037-131745-
/O.CON.KDMX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240114T0000Z/
/O.CON.KDMX.WC.W.0001.240114T0000Z-240116T1800Z/
Worth-Cerro Gordo-Franklin-Hardin-
Including the cities of Northwood, Manly, Mason City, Clear Lake,
Hampton, Iowa Falls, Eldora, and Ackley
335 AM CST Sat Jan 13 2024

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO
NOON CST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions. Additional
  snow accumulations of up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as
  45 mph. For the Wind Chill Warning, dangerously cold wind chills
  expected. Wind chills as low as 45 below zero at times.

* WHERE...Portions of central, northern, and northeast Iowa.

* WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, until 6 PM CST this evening. 
  For the Wind Chill Warning, from 6 PM this evening to noon CST 
  Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous
  conditions could impact travel throughout the day. The 
  dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed 
  skin in as little as 10 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The Iowa Department of Transportation
  reports travel not advised across much of central Iowa this
  evening, with some roads impassable due to blowing and drifting
  snow. Towing is not recommended over the much of the area so 
  you may be stranded if an accident occurs. 


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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. 

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. 

For the latest travel conditions, check the Iowa 511 app,
www.511ia.org, or dial 511.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/desmoines
099 
WWUS43 KDMX 131205
WSWDMX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
605 AM CST Sat Jan 13 2024

...Blizzard Conditions Continue Today... 
...Life Threatening Wind Chills Expected into Early Next Week...

.A multi-faceted dangerous winter storm will continue to affect
Iowa today. This dangerous storm will bring additional light snow
across much of the state today with additional accumulations
generally an inch or less. Winds will continue to increase, with
life threatening blizzard conditions, especially this afternoon
to evening across portions of central and northern Iowa.
Dangerous temperatures follow this weekend through early next
week, with wind chill values down to 45 below zero expected.

IAZ027-028-038-039-049-050-061-062-074-075-085-086-096-097-132015-
/O.EXP.KDMX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240113T1200Z/
/O.CON.KDMX.WC.W.0001.240114T0000Z-240116T1800Z/
/O.CON.KDMX.WW.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-240114T0000Z/
Butler-Bremer-Grundy-Black Hawk-Marshall-Tama-Jasper-Poweshiek-
Marion-Mahaska-Monroe-Wapello-Appanoose-Davis-
Including the cities of Parkersburg, Clarksville, Shell Rock, 
Greene, Aplington, Allison, Dumont, Waverly, Grundy Center, 
Reinbeck, Conrad, Dike, Wellsburg, Waterloo, Cedar Falls, 
Marshalltown, Tama, Toledo, Traer, Dysart, Gladbrook, Newton, 
Grinnell, Pella, Knoxville, Oskaloosa, Albia, Ottumwa, 
Centerville, and Bloomfield
605 AM CST Sat Jan 13 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO
NOON CST TUESDAY...
...BLIZZARD WARNING HAS EXPIRED...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow. Additional snow 
  accumulations of up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 35 
  mph. For the Wind Chill Warning, dangerously cold wind chills 
  expected. Wind chills as low as 40 below zero.

* WHERE...Portions of central, northern, and northeast Iowa.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 6 AM this morning 
  to 6 PM CST this evening. For the Wind Chill Warning, from 6 PM 
  this evening to noon CST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. The 
  dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed 
  skin in as little as 10 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The Iowa Department of Transportation
  reports travel not advised across much of central Iowa, with 
  some roads impassable due to blowing and drifting snow. Towing 
  is not recommended over the much of the area so you may be 
  stranded if an accident occurs.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. 

For the latest travel conditions, check the Iowa 511 app,
www.511ia.org, or dial 511.

&&

$$

IAZ070>073-081>084-092>095-132015-
/O.EXP.KDMX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240113T1200Z/
/O.CON.KDMX.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240116T1800Z/
/O.CON.KDMX.WW.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-240114T0000Z/
Cass-Adair-Madison-Warren-Adams-Union-Clarke-Lucas-Taylor-
Ringgold-Decatur-Wayne-
Including the cities of Atlantic, Greenfield, Stuart, Adair, 
Fontanelle, Winterset, Earlham, Indianola, Norwalk, Carlisle, 
Corning, Creston, Osceola, Chariton, Bedford, Lenox, New Market, 
Mount Ayr, Lamoni, Leon, Corydon, Seymour, Allerton, and Humeston
605 AM CST Sat Jan 13 2024

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TUESDAY...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...BLIZZARD WARNING HAS EXPIRED...

* WHAT...For the Wind Chill Warning, dangerously cold wind 
  chills. Wind chills as low as 45 below zero. For the Winter 
  Weather Advisory, snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to 
  one inch. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Southwest into south central Iowa.

* WHEN...For the Wind Chill Warning, until noon CST Tuesday. For 
  the Winter Weather Advisory, from 6 AM this morning to 6 PM CST 
  this evening.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. The 
  dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed 
  skin in as little as 10 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The Iowa Department of Transportation
  reports travel not advised across much of central Iowa, with 
  some roads impassable due to blowing and drifting snow. Towing 
  is not recommended over the much of the area so you may be 
  stranded if an accident occurs. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. 

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

For the latest travel conditions, check the Iowa 511 app,
www.511ia.org, or dial 511.

&&

$$

IAZ004>006-015-016-023>025-033>036-044>048-057>060-132015-
/O.CON.KDMX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240114T0000Z/
/O.CON.KDMX.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240116T1800Z/
Emmet-Kossuth-Winnebago-Palo Alto-Hancock-Pocahontas-Humboldt-
Wright-Sac-Calhoun-Webster-Hamilton-Crawford-Carroll-Greene-Boone-
Story-Audubon-Guthrie-Dallas-Polk-
Including the cities of Estherville, Algona, Forest City, 
Lake Mills, Emmetsburg, Garner, Britt, Kanawha, Pocahontas, 
Laurens, Rolfe, Fonda, Gilmore City, Humboldt, Eagle Grove, 
Clarion, Belmond, Sac City, Lake View, Odebolt, Wall Lake, 
Schaller, Early, Rockwell City, Manson, Lake City, Pomeroy, 
Fort Dodge, Webster City, Denison, Carroll, Jefferson, Boone, 
Ames, Audubon, Exira, Guthrie Center, Panora, Bayard, Casey, 
Perry, Waukee, Adel, and Des Moines
605 AM CST Sat Jan 13 2024

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions. 
  Additional snow accumulations of up to one inch. Winds gusting 
  as high as 45 mph. For the Wind Chill Warning, dangerously 
  cold wind chills. Wind chills as low as 45 below zero.

* WHERE...Portions of central, western, northern, and northwest 
  Iowa.

* WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, until 6 PM CST this evening. 
  For the Wind Chill Warning, until noon CST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact travel throughout the day. The 
  dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed 
  skin in as little as 10 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The Iowa Department of Transportation 
  reports travel not advised across much of central Iowa this 
  evening, with some roads impassable due to blowing and 
  drifting snow. Towing is not recommended over the much of the 
  area so you may be stranded if an accident occurs.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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. 

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. 

For the latest travel conditions, check the Iowa 511 app,
www.511ia.org, or dial 511.

&&

$$

IAZ007-017-026-037-132015-
/O.CON.KDMX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240114T0000Z/
/O.CON.KDMX.WC.W.0001.240114T0000Z-240116T1800Z/
Worth-Cerro Gordo-Franklin-Hardin-
Including the cities of Northwood, Manly, Mason City, Clear Lake,
Hampton, Iowa Falls, Eldora, and Ackley
605 AM CST Sat Jan 13 2024

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO
NOON CST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions. 
  Additional snow accumulations of up to one inch. Winds gusting 
  as high as 45 mph. For the Wind Chill Warning, dangerously 
  cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as low as 45 below zero 
  at times.

* WHERE...Portions of central, northern, and northeast Iowa.

* WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, until 6 PM CST this evening. 
  For the Wind Chill Warning, from 6 PM this evening to noon CST 
  Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact travel throughout the day. The 
  dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed 
  skin in as little as 10 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The Iowa Department of Transportation 
  reports travel not advised across much of central Iowa this 
  evening, with some roads impassable due to blowing and 
  drifting snow. Towing is not recommended over the much of the 
  area so you may be stranded if an accident occurs.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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. 

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. 

For the latest travel conditions, check the Iowa 511 app,
www.511ia.org, or dial 511.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/desmoines
585 
WWUS43 KDMX 131748
WSWDMX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
1148 AM CST Sat Jan 13 2024

...Blizzard Conditions Continue Today... 
...Life Threatening Wind Chills later today and into Early Next 
Week...

.An area of light snow is moving across central Iowa today. In
addition, northwest winds will again increase with a few gusts to
40 mph possible. The new snow will become blowing snow and help
keep near whiteout conditions at times, especially in rural areas.
Significant drifting is also likely. These stronger winds are
ushering in Arctic cold air with current temperatures already
falling below zero over western Iowa. This Arctic air combined
with breezy to strong winds will create dangerous temperatures and
wind chills through early next week, with wind chill values down 
to 45 below zero expected.

IAZ004>006-015-016-023>025-033>036-044>048-057>060-140200-
/O.CON.KDMX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240114T0000Z/
/O.CON.KDMX.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240116T1800Z/
Emmet-Kossuth-Winnebago-Palo Alto-Hancock-Pocahontas-Humboldt-
Wright-Sac-Calhoun-Webster-Hamilton-Crawford-Carroll-Greene-Boone-
Story-Audubon-Guthrie-Dallas-Polk-
Including the cities of Estherville, Algona, Forest City, 
Lake Mills, Emmetsburg, Garner, Britt, Kanawha, Pocahontas, 
Laurens, Rolfe, Fonda, Gilmore City, Humboldt, Eagle Grove, 
Clarion, Belmond, Sac City, Lake View, Odebolt, Wall Lake, 
Schaller, Early, Rockwell City, Manson, Lake City, Pomeroy, 
Fort Dodge, Webster City, Denison, Carroll, Jefferson, Boone, 
Ames, Audubon, Exira, Guthrie Center, Panora, Bayard, Casey, 
Perry, Waukee, Adel, and Des Moines
1148 AM CST Sat Jan 13 2024

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions. Additional
  snow accumulations of up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as
  40 mph. For the Wind Chill Warning, dangerously cold wind 
  chills. Wind chills as low as 45 below zero.

* WHERE...Much of central Iowa.

* WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, until 6 PM CST this evening. 
  For the Wind Chill Warning, until noon CST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Blowing snow will
  significantly reduce visibility and cause whiteout conditions at
  times. Significant blowing and drifting of snow will cause some
  roadways to become impassable. The dangerously cold wind chills
  could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 
  minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The Iowa Department of Transportation
  reports travel not advised across much of central Iowa with 
  some roads impassable due to blowing and drifting snow. Towing 
  is not recommended over the much of the area so you may be 
  stranded if an accident occurs.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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. 

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. 

For the latest travel conditions, check the Iowa 511 app,
www.511ia.org, or dial 511.

&&

$$

IAZ007-017-026-037-140200-
/O.CON.KDMX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240114T0000Z/
/O.CON.KDMX.WC.W.0001.240114T0000Z-240116T1800Z/
Worth-Cerro Gordo-Franklin-Hardin-
Including the cities of Northwood, Manly, Mason City, Clear Lake,
Hampton, Iowa Falls, Eldora, and Ackley
1148 AM CST Sat Jan 13 2024

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO
NOON CST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions. Additional
  snow accumulations of up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as
  40 mph. For the Wind Chill Warning, dangerously cold wind 
  chills expected. Wind chills as low as 40 below zero.

* WHERE...Much of Central Iowa.

* WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, until 6 PM CST this evening. 
  For the Wind Chill Warning, from 6 PM this evening to noon CST 
  Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Blowing snow will
  significantly reduce visibility and cause whiteout conditions at
  times. Significant blowing and drifting of snow will cause some
  roadways to become impassable. The dangerously cold wind chills
  could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10
  minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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. 

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. 

For the latest travel conditions, check the Iowa 511 app,
www.511ia.org, or dial 511.

&&

$$

IAZ027-028-038-039-049-050-061-062-074-075-085-086-096-097-140200-
/O.CON.KDMX.WC.W.0001.240114T0000Z-240116T1800Z/
/O.CON.KDMX.WW.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-240114T0000Z/
Butler-Bremer-Grundy-Black Hawk-Marshall-Tama-Jasper-Poweshiek-
Marion-Mahaska-Monroe-Wapello-Appanoose-Davis-
Including the cities of Parkersburg, Clarksville, Shell Rock, 
Greene, Aplington, Allison, Dumont, Waverly, Grundy Center, 
Reinbeck, Conrad, Dike, Wellsburg, Waterloo, Cedar Falls, 
Marshalltown, Tama, Toledo, Traer, Dysart, Gladbrook, Newton, 
Grinnell, Pella, Knoxville, Oskaloosa, Albia, Ottumwa, 
Centerville, and Bloomfield
1148 AM CST Sat Jan 13 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO
NOON CST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow. Additional snow 
  accumulations of up to one inch. For the Wind Chill Warning, 
  dangerously cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as low as 
  40 below zero.

* WHERE...Portions of Central Iowa east of Interstate 35.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 6 PM CST this 
  evening. For the Wind Chill Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 
  noon CST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Blowing snow will
  significantly reduce visibility. The dangerously cold wind 
  chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 
  minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. 

For the latest travel conditions, check the Iowa 511 app,
www.511ia.org, or dial 511.

&&

$$

IAZ070>073-081>084-092>095-140200-
/O.CON.KDMX.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240116T1800Z/
/O.CON.KDMX.WW.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-240114T0000Z/
Cass-Adair-Madison-Warren-Adams-Union-Clarke-Lucas-Taylor-
Ringgold-Decatur-Wayne-
Including the cities of Atlantic, Greenfield, Stuart, Adair, 
Fontanelle, Winterset, Earlham, Indianola, Norwalk, Carlisle, 
Corning, Creston, Osceola, Chariton, Bedford, Lenox, New Market, 
Mount Ayr, Lamoni, Leon, Corydon, Seymour, Allerton, and Humeston
1148 AM CST Sat Jan 13 2024

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TUESDAY...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Wind Chill Warning, dangerously cold wind 
  chills. Wind chills as low as 45 below zero. For the Winter 
  Weather Advisory, blowing snow. Winds gusting as high as 35 
  mph.

* WHERE...Parts of Central Iowa south of Interstate 80.

* WHEN...For the Wind Chill Warning, until noon CST Tuesday. For 
  the Winter Weather Advisory, until 6 PM CST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Blowing snow will
  significantly reduce visibility. The dangerously cold wind
  chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10
  minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. 

Use caution while traveling, especially in open areas. 

For the latest travel conditions, check the Iowa 511 app,
www.511ia.org, or dial 511.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/desmoines
886 
WWUS43 KDMX 132055
WSWDMX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
255 PM CST Sat Jan 13 2024

...Blizzard and Poor Travel Conditions Continue... 
...Life Threatening Wind Chills into Early Next Week...

.An area of light snow continues to move across Iowa today. In 
addition, northwest winds will continue to cause near-blizzard to
blizzard conditions across portions of central Iowa and to the
north and west. Any new snowfall will aide in creating poor to whiteout
conditions at times, especially in rural areas. Significant 
drifting is remains likely. The northwest winds have ushered in 
Arctic cold air with current temperatures already falling below 
zero across the western half of the state. This Arctic air 
combined with breezy to strong winds will create dangerous 
temperatures and wind chills through early next week, with wind 
chill values as low as 45 below zero possible at times.

IAZ057>060-140500-
/O.CAN.KDMX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240114T0000Z/
/O.EXB.KDMX.WW.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-240114T0600Z/
/O.CON.KDMX.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240116T1800Z/
Audubon-Guthrie-Dallas-Polk-
Including the cities of Audubon, Exira, Guthrie Center, Panora, 
Bayard, Casey, Perry, Waukee, Adel, and Des Moines
255 PM CST Sat Jan 13 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST TONIGHT...
...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TUESDAY...
...BLIZZARD WARNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow. Additional snow 
  accumulations of up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 40 
  mph. For the Wind Chill Warning, dangerously cold wind chills. 
  Wind chills as low as 45 below zero.

* WHERE...Central into Western Iowa.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until midnight CST 
  tonight. For the Wind Chill Warning, until noon CST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Blowing snow will
  significantly reduce visibility. The dangerously cold wind
  chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10
  minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution if you must travel. 

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. 

For the latest travel conditions, check the Iowa 511 app,
www.511ia.org, or dial 511.

&&

$$

IAZ004>006-015-016-023>025-033>036-044>048-140500-
/O.EXT.KDMX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240114T0600Z/
/O.CON.KDMX.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240116T1800Z/
Emmet-Kossuth-Winnebago-Palo Alto-Hancock-Pocahontas-Humboldt-
Wright-Sac-Calhoun-Webster-Hamilton-Crawford-Carroll-Greene-Boone-
Story-
Including the cities of Estherville, Algona, Forest City, 
Lake Mills, Emmetsburg, Garner, Britt, Kanawha, Pocahontas, 
Laurens, Rolfe, Fonda, Gilmore City, Humboldt, Eagle Grove, 
Clarion, Belmond, Sac City, Lake View, Odebolt, Wall Lake, 
Schaller, Early, Rockwell City, Manson, Lake City, Pomeroy, 
Fort Dodge, Webster City, Denison, Carroll, Jefferson, Boone, 
and Ames
255 PM CST Sat Jan 13 2024

...BLIZZARD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST TONIGHT...
...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions. 
  Additional snow accumulations of up to one inch. Winds gusting 
  as high as 40 mph. For the Wind Chill Warning, dangerously 
  cold wind chills. Wind chills as low as 45 below zero.

* WHERE...Much of central Iowa.

* WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, until midnight CST tonight. 
  For the Wind Chill Warning, until noon CST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Blowing snow will 
  significantly reduce visibility and cause whiteout conditions 
  at times. Significant blowing and drifting of snow will cause 
  some roadways to become impassable. The dangerously cold wind 
  chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 
  10 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The Iowa Department of Transportation 
  reports travel not advised across much of central Iowa with 
  some roads impassable due to blowing and drifting snow. Towing 
  is not recommended over the much of the area so you may be 
  stranded if an accident occurs.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

For the latest travel conditions, check the Iowa 511 app,
www.511ia.org, or dial 511.

&&

$$

IAZ007-017-026-037-140500-
/O.EXT.KDMX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240114T0600Z/
/O.CON.KDMX.WC.W.0001.240114T0000Z-240116T1800Z/
Worth-Cerro Gordo-Franklin-Hardin-
Including the cities of Northwood, Manly, Mason City, Clear Lake,
Hampton, Iowa Falls, Eldora, and Ackley
255 PM CST Sat Jan 13 2024

...BLIZZARD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST TONIGHT...
...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO
NOON CST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions. 
  Additional snow accumulations of up to one inch. Winds gusting 
  as high as 40 mph. For the Wind Chill Warning, dangerously 
  cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as low as 40 below zero.

* WHERE...Much of Central Iowa.

* WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, until midnight CST tonight. 
  For the Wind Chill Warning, from 6 PM this evening to noon CST 
  Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Blowing snow will
  significantly reduce visibility and cause whiteout conditions at
  times. Significant blowing and drifting of snow will cause some
  roadways to become impassable. The dangerously cold wind chills
  could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10
  minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

For the latest travel conditions, check the Iowa 511 app,
www.511ia.org, or dial 511.

&&

$$

IAZ027-028-038-039-049-050-061-062-074-075-085-086-096-097-140500-
/O.EXT.KDMX.WW.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-240114T0600Z/
/O.CON.KDMX.WC.W.0001.240114T0000Z-240116T1800Z/
Butler-Bremer-Grundy-Black Hawk-Marshall-Tama-Jasper-Poweshiek-
Marion-Mahaska-Monroe-Wapello-Appanoose-Davis-
Including the cities of Parkersburg, Clarksville, Shell Rock, 
Greene, Aplington, Allison, Dumont, Waverly, Grundy Center, 
Reinbeck, Conrad, Dike, Wellsburg, Waterloo, Cedar Falls, 
Marshalltown, Tama, Toledo, Traer, Dysart, Gladbrook, Newton, 
Grinnell, Pella, Knoxville, Oskaloosa, Albia, Ottumwa, 
Centerville, and Bloomfield
255 PM CST Sat Jan 13 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST
TONIGHT...
...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO
NOON CST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow. Additional snow 
  accumulations of up to one inch. For the Wind Chill Warning, 
  dangerously cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as low as 
  40 below zero.

* WHERE...Portions of Central Iowa east of Interstate 35.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until midnight CST 
  tonight. For the Wind Chill Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 
  noon CST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Blowing snow will
  significantly reduce visibility. The dangerously cold wind
  chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10
  minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution if you must travel.

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

For the latest travel conditions, check the Iowa 511 app,
www.511ia.org, or dial 511.

&&

$$

IAZ070>073-081>084-092>095-140500-
/O.EXT.KDMX.WW.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-240114T0600Z/
/O.CON.KDMX.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240116T1800Z/
Cass-Adair-Madison-Warren-Adams-Union-Clarke-Lucas-Taylor-
Ringgold-Decatur-Wayne-
Including the cities of Atlantic, Greenfield, Stuart, Adair, 
Fontanelle, Winterset, Earlham, Indianola, Norwalk, Carlisle, 
Corning, Creston, Osceola, Chariton, Bedford, Lenox, New Market, 
Mount Ayr, Lamoni, Leon, Corydon, Seymour, Allerton, and Humeston
255 PM CST Sat Jan 13 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST
TONIGHT...
...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Wind Chill Warning, dangerously cold wind 
  chills. Wind chills as low as 45 below zero. For the Winter 
  Weather Advisory, blowing snow. Winds gusting as high as 35 
  mph.

* WHERE...Parts of Central Iowa south of Interstate 80.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until midnight CST 
  tonight. For the Wind Chill Warning, until noon CST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Blowing snow will
  significantly reduce visibility. The dangerously cold wind
  chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10
  minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

Use caution while if you must travel, especially in open areas.

For the latest travel conditions, check the Iowa 511 app,
www.511ia.org, or dial 511.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/desmoines
706 
WWUS43 KDMX 140315
WSWDMX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
915 PM CST Sat Jan 13 2024

...Blizzard and Poor Travel Conditions This Evening...
...Life Threatening Wind Chills into Early Next Week...

.Northwest winds will continue to cause near-blizzard to blizzard
conditions across portions of central Iowa and to the north and 
west. Significant drifting remains likely in rural areas and
especially west to east roads.

The northwest winds have ushered in Arctic cold air with current 
temperatures well below zero and wind chills in the 30s and 40s 
below zero. This extreme Arctic air combined with breezy to 
strong winds will continue to create dangerous temperatures and 
wind chills through early next week, with wind chill values as low
as 45 below zero possible at times.

IAZ004>007-015>017-023>026-033>037-044>048-141130-
/O.CON.KDMX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240114T0600Z/
/O.CON.KDMX.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240116T1800Z/
Emmet-Kossuth-Winnebago-Worth-Palo Alto-Hancock-Cerro Gordo-
Pocahontas-Humboldt-Wright-Franklin-Sac-Calhoun-Webster-Hamilton-
Hardin-Crawford-Carroll-Greene-Boone-Story-
Including the cities of Estherville, Algona, Forest City, 
Lake Mills, Northwood, Manly, Emmetsburg, Garner, Britt, Kanawha,
Mason City, Clear Lake, Pocahontas, Laurens, Rolfe, Fonda, 
Gilmore City, Humboldt, Eagle Grove, Clarion, Belmond, Hampton, 
Sac City, Lake View, Odebolt, Wall Lake, Schaller, Early, 
Rockwell City, Manson, Lake City, Pomeroy, Fort Dodge, 
Webster City, Iowa Falls, Eldora, Ackley, Denison, Carroll, 
Jefferson, Boone, and Ames
915 PM CST Sat Jan 13 2024

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST
TONIGHT...
...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions. Winds 
  gusting as high as 40 mph. For the Wind Chill Warning, 
  dangerously cold wind chills. Wind chills as low as 45 below 
  zero.

* WHERE...Much of central Iowa.

* WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, until midnight CST tonight. 
  For the Wind Chill Warning, until noon CST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Blowing snow will 
  significantly reduce visibility and cause whiteout conditions 
  at times. Significant blowing and drifting of snow will cause 
  some roadways to become impassable. The dangerously cold wind 
  chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 
  10 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Although blizzard conditions are expected
  to end by midnight, minor blowing and drifting snow and existing
  unplowed drifts will continue to produce hazardous travel in 
  some areas overnight.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

For the latest travel conditions, check the Iowa 511 app,
www.511ia.org, or dial 511.

&&

$$

IAZ027-028-038-039-049-050-057>062-070>075-081>086-092>097-141130-
/O.CON.KDMX.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240116T1800Z/
/O.CON.KDMX.WW.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-240114T0600Z/
Butler-Bremer-Grundy-Black Hawk-Marshall-Tama-Audubon-Guthrie-
Dallas-Polk-Jasper-Poweshiek-Cass-Adair-Madison-Warren-Marion-
Mahaska-Adams-Union-Clarke-Lucas-Monroe-Wapello-Taylor-Ringgold-
Decatur-Wayne-Appanoose-Davis-
Including the cities of Parkersburg, Clarksville, Shell Rock, 
Greene, Aplington, Allison, Dumont, Waverly, Grundy Center, 
Reinbeck, Conrad, Dike, Wellsburg, Waterloo, Cedar Falls, 
Marshalltown, Tama, Toledo, Traer, Dysart, Gladbrook, Audubon, 
Exira, Guthrie Center, Panora, Bayard, Casey, Perry, Waukee, 
Adel, Des Moines, Newton, Grinnell, Atlantic, Greenfield, Stuart,
Adair, Fontanelle, Winterset, Earlham, Indianola, Norwalk, 
Carlisle, Pella, Knoxville, Oskaloosa, Corning, Creston, Osceola,
Chariton, Albia, Ottumwa, Bedford, Lenox, New Market, Mount Ayr, 
Lamoni, Leon, Corydon, Seymour, Allerton, Humeston, Centerville, 
and Bloomfield
915 PM CST Sat Jan 13 2024

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TUESDAY...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST
TONIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Wind Chill Warning, dangerously cold wind chills.
  Wind chills as low as 45 below zero. For the Winter Weather
  Advisory, blowing and drifting snow. Winds gusting as high as 
  40 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of Central Iowa east of Interstate 35.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until midnight CST 
  tonight. For the Wind Chill Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 
  noon CST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Blowing snow will
  significantly reduce visibility. The dangerously cold wind
  chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10
  minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution if you must travel.

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

For the latest travel conditions, check the Iowa 511 app,
www.511ia.org, or dial 511.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/desmoines

Small
146 
WWUS43 KDMX 140606
WSWDMX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
1206 AM CST Sun Jan 14 2024

...Life Threatening Wind Chills into Early Next Week...

.The northwest winds have ushered in Arctic cold air with current
temperatures well below zero and wind chills in the 30s and 40s 
below zero. This extreme Arctic air combined with breezy to strong
winds will continue to create dangerous temperatures and wind 
chills through early next week, with wind chill values as low as 
45 below zero possible at times.

Though blizzard warnings and winter weather advisories have ended,
please continue to check the latest road conditions prior to any
travel in and around Iowa. Use caution while traveling through
next week as many roads may still be partially to mostly snow and
ice covered. 

IAZ004>007-015>017-023>026-033>037-044>048-141415-
/O.EXP.KDMX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240114T0600Z/
/O.CON.KDMX.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240116T1800Z/
Emmet-Kossuth-Winnebago-Worth-Palo Alto-Hancock-Cerro Gordo-
Pocahontas-Humboldt-Wright-Franklin-Sac-Calhoun-Webster-Hamilton-
Hardin-Crawford-Carroll-Greene-Boone-Story-
Including the cities of Estherville, Algona, Forest City, 
Lake Mills, Northwood, Manly, Emmetsburg, Garner, Britt, Kanawha,
Mason City, Clear Lake, Pocahontas, Laurens, Rolfe, Fonda, 
Gilmore City, Humboldt, Eagle Grove, Clarion, Belmond, Hampton, 
Sac City, Lake View, Odebolt, Wall Lake, Schaller, Early, 
Rockwell City, Manson, Lake City, Pomeroy, Fort Dodge, 
Webster City, Iowa Falls, Eldora, Ackley, Denison, Carroll, 
Jefferson, Boone, and Ames
1206 AM CST Sun Jan 14 2024

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TUESDAY...
...BLIZZARD WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT MIDNIGHT CST TONIGHT...

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills. Wind chills as low as 45 
  below zero.

* WHERE...Much of central Iowa.

* WHEN...Until noon CST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Life threatening wind chills are expected.
  You may experience frost bite and hypothermia in a matter of
  minutes if not properly dressed for the conditions. Limit time
  outdoors.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. 

&&

$$

IAZ027-028-038-039-049-050-057>062-070>075-081>086-092>097-141415-
/O.EXP.KDMX.WW.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-240114T0600Z/
/O.CON.KDMX.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240116T1800Z/
Butler-Bremer-Grundy-Black Hawk-Marshall-Tama-Audubon-Guthrie-
Dallas-Polk-Jasper-Poweshiek-Cass-Adair-Madison-Warren-Marion-
Mahaska-Adams-Union-Clarke-Lucas-Monroe-Wapello-Taylor-Ringgold-
Decatur-Wayne-Appanoose-Davis-
Including the cities of Parkersburg, Clarksville, Shell Rock, 
Greene, Aplington, Allison, Dumont, Waverly, Grundy Center, 
Reinbeck, Conrad, Dike, Wellsburg, Waterloo, Cedar Falls, 
Marshalltown, Tama, Toledo, Traer, Dysart, Gladbrook, Audubon, 
Exira, Guthrie Center, Panora, Bayard, Casey, Perry, Waukee, 
Adel, Des Moines, Newton, Grinnell, Atlantic, Greenfield, Stuart,
Adair, Fontanelle, Winterset, Earlham, Indianola, Norwalk, 
Carlisle, Pella, Knoxville, Oskaloosa, Corning, Creston, Osceola,
Chariton, Albia, Ottumwa, Bedford, Lenox, New Market, Mount Ayr, 
Lamoni, Leon, Corydon, Seymour, Allerton, Humeston, Centerville, 
and Bloomfield
1206 AM CST Sun Jan 14 2024

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TUESDAY...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT MIDNIGHT CST TONIGHT...

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills. Wind chills as low as 45 
  below zero.

* WHERE...Portions of Central Iowa east of Interstate 35.

* WHEN...Until noon CST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Life threatening wind chills are expected.
  You may experience frost bite and hypothermia in a matter of
  minutes if not properly dressed for the conditions. Limit time
  outdoors.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. 

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/desmoines
858 
WWUS43 KDMX 140936
WSWDMX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
336 AM CST Sun Jan 14 2024

...Life Threatening Wind Chills into Early Next Week...

Northwest winds have ushered in Arctic cold air with current 
temperatures well below zero and wind chills in the 30s and 40s 
below zero. This extreme Arctic air combined with breezy to strong
winds will continue to create dangerous temperatures and wind 
chills through early next week, with wind chill values as low as 
45 below zero possible at times.

Though blizzard warnings and winter weather advisories have
ended, please continue to check the latest road conditions prior
to any travel in and around Iowa. Use caution while traveling
through next week as many roads may still be partially to mostly
snow and ice covered.

IAZ004>007-015>017-023>028-033>039-044>050-057>062-070>075-
081>086-092>097-141745-
/O.CON.KDMX.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240116T1800Z/
Emmet-Kossuth-Winnebago-Worth-Palo Alto-Hancock-Cerro Gordo-
Pocahontas-Humboldt-Wright-Franklin-Butler-Bremer-Sac-Calhoun-
Webster-Hamilton-Hardin-Grundy-Black Hawk-Crawford-Carroll-Greene-
Boone-Story-Marshall-Tama-Audubon-Guthrie-Dallas-Polk-Jasper-
Poweshiek-Cass-Adair-Madison-Warren-Marion-Mahaska-Adams-Union-
Clarke-Lucas-Monroe-Wapello-Taylor-Ringgold-Decatur-Wayne-
Appanoose-Davis-
Including the cities of Estherville, Algona, Forest City, 
Lake Mills, Northwood, Manly, Emmetsburg, Garner, Britt, Kanawha,
Mason City, Clear Lake, Pocahontas, Laurens, Rolfe, Fonda, 
Gilmore City, Humboldt, Eagle Grove, Clarion, Belmond, Hampton, 
Parkersburg, Clarksville, Shell Rock, Greene, Aplington, Allison,
Dumont, Waverly, Sac City, Lake View, Odebolt, Wall Lake, 
Schaller, Early, Rockwell City, Manson, Lake City, Pomeroy, 
Fort Dodge, Webster City, Iowa Falls, Eldora, Ackley, 
Grundy Center, Reinbeck, Conrad, Dike, Wellsburg, Waterloo, 
Cedar Falls, Denison, Carroll, Jefferson, Boone, Ames, 
Marshalltown, Tama, Toledo, Traer, Dysart, Gladbrook, Audubon, 
Exira, Guthrie Center, Panora, Bayard, Casey, Perry, Waukee, 
Adel, Des Moines, Newton, Grinnell, Atlantic, Greenfield, Stuart,
Adair, Fontanelle, Winterset, Earlham, Indianola, Norwalk, 
Carlisle, Pella, Knoxville, Oskaloosa, Corning, Creston, Osceola,
Chariton, Albia, Ottumwa, Bedford, Lenox, New Market, Mount Ayr, 
Lamoni, Leon, Corydon, Seymour, Allerton, Humeston, Centerville, 
and Bloomfield
336 AM CST Sun Jan 14 2024

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills. Wind chills as low as 45 
  below zero.

* WHERE...All of Central Iowa.

* WHEN...Until noon CST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Life threatening wind chills are expected.
  You may experience frost bite and hypothermia in a matter of
  minutes if not properly dressed for the conditions. Limit time
  outdoors.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. 

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/desmoines
421 
WWUS43 KDMX 141656
WSWDMX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
1056 AM CST Sun Jan 14 2024

...Life Threatening Wind Chills Continue into Tuesday...

Arctic cold air has settled into the area with temperatures well 
below zero and accompanying wind chills as low as 40s below zero.
This extreme Arctic air combined with breezy winds at times will 
continue to create dangerous conditions into Tuesday, with wind 
chill values as low as 45 below zero possible at times.

Though blizzard warnings and winter weather advisories have
ended, please continue to check the latest road conditions prior
to any travel in and around Iowa as crews continue to work to
improve road conditions.

IAZ004>007-015>017-023>028-033>039-044>050-057>062-070>075-
081>086-092>097-150100-
/O.CON.KDMX.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240116T1800Z/
Emmet-Kossuth-Winnebago-Worth-Palo Alto-Hancock-Cerro Gordo-
Pocahontas-Humboldt-Wright-Franklin-Butler-Bremer-Sac-Calhoun-
Webster-Hamilton-Hardin-Grundy-Black Hawk-Crawford-Carroll-Greene-
Boone-Story-Marshall-Tama-Audubon-Guthrie-Dallas-Polk-Jasper-
Poweshiek-Cass-Adair-Madison-Warren-Marion-Mahaska-Adams-Union-
Clarke-Lucas-Monroe-Wapello-Taylor-Ringgold-Decatur-Wayne-
Appanoose-Davis-
Including the cities of Estherville, Algona, Forest City, 
Lake Mills, Northwood, Manly, Emmetsburg, Garner, Britt, Kanawha,
Mason City, Clear Lake, Pocahontas, Laurens, Rolfe, Fonda, 
Gilmore City, Humboldt, Eagle Grove, Clarion, Belmond, Hampton, 
Parkersburg, Clarksville, Shell Rock, Greene, Aplington, Allison,
Dumont, Waverly, Sac City, Lake View, Odebolt, Wall Lake, 
Schaller, Early, Rockwell City, Manson, Lake City, Pomeroy, 
Fort Dodge, Webster City, Iowa Falls, Eldora, Ackley, 
Grundy Center, Reinbeck, Conrad, Dike, Wellsburg, Waterloo, 
Cedar Falls, Denison, Carroll, Jefferson, Boone, Ames, 
Marshalltown, Tama, Toledo, Traer, Dysart, Gladbrook, Audubon, 
Exira, Guthrie Center, Panora, Bayard, Casey, Perry, Waukee, 
Adel, Des Moines, Newton, Grinnell, Atlantic, Greenfield, Stuart,
Adair, Fontanelle, Winterset, Earlham, Indianola, Norwalk, 
Carlisle, Pella, Knoxville, Oskaloosa, Corning, Creston, Osceola,
Chariton, Albia, Ottumwa, Bedford, Lenox, New Market, Mount Ayr, 
Lamoni, Leon, Corydon, Seymour, Allerton, Humeston, Centerville, 
and Bloomfield
1056 AM CST Sun Jan 14 2024

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills. Wind chills as low as 45 
  below zero.

* WHERE...All of Central Iowa.

* WHEN...Until noon CST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills can cause frostbite
  on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Life threatening wind chills are 
  expected. You may experience frost bite and hypothermia in a 
  matter of minutes if not properly dressed for the conditions. 
  Limit time outdoors.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/desmoines
189 
WWUS43 KDMX 142044
WSWDMX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
244 PM CST Sun Jan 14 2024

...Life Threatening Wind Chills Continue into Tuesday...

Arctic cold air has settled into the area with temperatures well
below zero and accompanying wind chills as low as 40s below zero.
This extreme Arctic air combined with breezy winds at times will
continue to create dangerous conditions into Tuesday, with wind
chill values as low as 45 below zero possible at times.

Though blizzard warnings and winter weather advisories have
ended, please continue to check the latest road conditions prior
to any travel in and around Iowa as crews continue to work to
improve road conditions.

IAZ004>007-015>017-023>028-033>039-044>050-057>062-070>075-
081>086-092>097-150445-
/O.CON.KDMX.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240116T1800Z/
Emmet-Kossuth-Winnebago-Worth-Palo Alto-Hancock-Cerro Gordo-
Pocahontas-Humboldt-Wright-Franklin-Butler-Bremer-Sac-Calhoun-
Webster-Hamilton-Hardin-Grundy-Black Hawk-Crawford-Carroll-Greene-
Boone-Story-Marshall-Tama-Audubon-Guthrie-Dallas-Polk-Jasper-
Poweshiek-Cass-Adair-Madison-Warren-Marion-Mahaska-Adams-Union-
Clarke-Lucas-Monroe-Wapello-Taylor-Ringgold-Decatur-Wayne-
Appanoose-Davis-
Including the cities of Estherville, Algona, Forest City, 
Lake Mills, Northwood, Manly, Emmetsburg, Garner, Britt, Kanawha,
Mason City, Clear Lake, Pocahontas, Laurens, Rolfe, Fonda, 
Gilmore City, Humboldt, Eagle Grove, Clarion, Belmond, Hampton, 
Parkersburg, Clarksville, Shell Rock, Greene, Aplington, Allison,
Dumont, Waverly, Sac City, Lake View, Odebolt, Wall Lake, 
Schaller, Early, Rockwell City, Manson, Lake City, Pomeroy, 
Fort Dodge, Webster City, Iowa Falls, Eldora, Ackley, 
Grundy Center, Reinbeck, Conrad, Dike, Wellsburg, Waterloo, 
Cedar Falls, Denison, Carroll, Jefferson, Boone, Ames, 
Marshalltown, Tama, Toledo, Traer, Dysart, Gladbrook, Audubon, 
Exira, Guthrie Center, Panora, Bayard, Casey, Perry, Waukee, 
Adel, Des Moines, Newton, Grinnell, Atlantic, Greenfield, Stuart,
Adair, Fontanelle, Winterset, Earlham, Indianola, Norwalk, 
Carlisle, Pella, Knoxville, Oskaloosa, Corning, Creston, Osceola,
Chariton, Albia, Ottumwa, Bedford, Lenox, New Market, Mount Ayr, 
Lamoni, Leon, Corydon, Seymour, Allerton, Humeston, Centerville, 
and Bloomfield
244 PM CST Sun Jan 14 2024

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills. Wind chills as low as 45 
  below zero.

* WHERE...All of Central Iowa.

* WHEN...Until noon CST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills can cause frostbite 
  on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Life threatening wind chills are 
  expected. You may experience frost bite and hypothermia in a 
  matter of minutes if not properly dressed for the conditions. 
  Limit time outdoors.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/desmoines
608 
WWUS43 KDMX 150300
WSWDMX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
900 PM CST Sun Jan 14 2024

...Life Threatening Wind Chills Continue into Tuesday...

Arctic cold air has settled into the area with temperatures well
below zero and accompanying wind chills often in the 20s or 30s
below zero, even during the day. This extreme Arctic air combined
with breezy winds at times will continue to create dangerous 
conditions into Tuesday, with wind chill values as low as 45 below
zero possible at times.

Though blizzard warnings and winter weather advisories have
ended, please continue to check the latest road conditions prior
to any travel in and around Iowa as crews continue to work to
improve road conditions.

IAZ004>007-015>017-023>028-033>039-044>050-057>062-070>075-
081>086-092>097-151130-
/O.CON.KDMX.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240116T1800Z/
Emmet-Kossuth-Winnebago-Worth-Palo Alto-Hancock-Cerro Gordo-
Pocahontas-Humboldt-Wright-Franklin-Butler-Bremer-Sac-Calhoun-
Webster-Hamilton-Hardin-Grundy-Black Hawk-Crawford-Carroll-Greene-
Boone-Story-Marshall-Tama-Audubon-Guthrie-Dallas-Polk-Jasper-
Poweshiek-Cass-Adair-Madison-Warren-Marion-Mahaska-Adams-Union-
Clarke-Lucas-Monroe-Wapello-Taylor-Ringgold-Decatur-Wayne-
Appanoose-Davis-
Including the cities of Estherville, Algona, Forest City, 
Lake Mills, Northwood, Manly, Emmetsburg, Garner, Britt, Kanawha,
Mason City, Clear Lake, Pocahontas, Laurens, Rolfe, Fonda, 
Gilmore City, Humboldt, Eagle Grove, Clarion, Belmond, Hampton, 
Parkersburg, Clarksville, Shell Rock, Greene, Aplington, Allison,
Dumont, Waverly, Sac City, Lake View, Odebolt, Wall Lake, 
Schaller, Early, Rockwell City, Manson, Lake City, Pomeroy, 
Fort Dodge, Webster City, Iowa Falls, Eldora, Ackley, 
Grundy Center, Reinbeck, Conrad, Dike, Wellsburg, Waterloo, 
Cedar Falls, Denison, Carroll, Jefferson, Boone, Ames, 
Marshalltown, Tama, Toledo, Traer, Dysart, Gladbrook, Audubon, 
Exira, Guthrie Center, Panora, Bayard, Casey, Perry, Waukee, 
Adel, Des Moines, Newton, Grinnell, Atlantic, Greenfield, Stuart,
Adair, Fontanelle, Winterset, Earlham, Indianola, Norwalk, 
Carlisle, Pella, Knoxville, Oskaloosa, Corning, Creston, Osceola,
Chariton, Albia, Ottumwa, Bedford, Lenox, New Market, Mount Ayr, 
Lamoni, Leon, Corydon, Seymour, Allerton, Humeston, Centerville, 
and Bloomfield
900 PM CST Sun Jan 14 2024

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills. Wind chills as low as 40 
  below zero.

* WHERE...All of central Iowa.

* WHEN...Until noon CST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing with multiple layers, a hat, and 
gloves.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/desmoines

Small
462 
WWUS43 KDMX 150904
WSWDMX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
304 AM CST Mon Jan 15 2024

...Life Threatening Wind Chills Continue into Tuesday...

Arctic cold air has settled into the area with temperatures well
below zero and accompanying wind chills often in the 20s or 30s
below zero, even during the day. This extreme Arctic air combined
with breezy winds at times will continue to create dangerous
conditions into Tuesday, with wind chill values as low as
35 below zero possible at times.

Though blizzard warnings and winter weather advisories have 
ended, please continue to check the latest road conditions prior 
to any travel in and around Iowa as crews continue to work to 
improve road conditions.

IAZ004>007-015>017-023>028-033>039-044>050-057>062-070>075-
081>086-092>097-151715-
/O.CON.KDMX.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240116T1800Z/
Emmet-Kossuth-Winnebago-Worth-Palo Alto-Hancock-Cerro Gordo-
Pocahontas-Humboldt-Wright-Franklin-Butler-Bremer-Sac-Calhoun-
Webster-Hamilton-Hardin-Grundy-Black Hawk-Crawford-Carroll-Greene-
Boone-Story-Marshall-Tama-Audubon-Guthrie-Dallas-Polk-Jasper-
Poweshiek-Cass-Adair-Madison-Warren-Marion-Mahaska-Adams-Union-
Clarke-Lucas-Monroe-Wapello-Taylor-Ringgold-Decatur-Wayne-
Appanoose-Davis-
Including the cities of Estherville, Algona, Forest City, 
Lake Mills, Northwood, Manly, Emmetsburg, Garner, Britt, Kanawha,
Mason City, Clear Lake, Pocahontas, Laurens, Rolfe, Fonda, 
Gilmore City, Humboldt, Eagle Grove, Clarion, Belmond, Hampton, 
Parkersburg, Clarksville, Shell Rock, Greene, Aplington, Allison,
Dumont, Waverly, Sac City, Lake View, Odebolt, Wall Lake, 
Schaller, Early, Rockwell City, Manson, Lake City, Pomeroy, 
Fort Dodge, Webster City, Iowa Falls, Eldora, Ackley, 
Grundy Center, Reinbeck, Conrad, Dike, Wellsburg, Waterloo, 
Cedar Falls, Denison, Carroll, Jefferson, Boone, Ames, 
Marshalltown, Tama, Toledo, Traer, Dysart, Gladbrook, Audubon, 
Exira, Guthrie Center, Panora, Bayard, Casey, Perry, Waukee, 
Adel, Des Moines, Newton, Grinnell, Atlantic, Greenfield, Stuart,
Adair, Fontanelle, Winterset, Earlham, Indianola, Norwalk, 
Carlisle, Pella, Knoxville, Oskaloosa, Corning, Creston, Osceola,
Chariton, Albia, Ottumwa, Bedford, Lenox, New Market, Mount Ayr, 
Lamoni, Leon, Corydon, Seymour, Allerton, Humeston, Centerville, 
and Bloomfield
304 AM CST Mon Jan 15 2024

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills. Wind chills as low as 35 
  below zero.

* WHERE...All of central Iowa.

* WHEN...Until noon CST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. 

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/desmoines
123 
WWUS43 KDMX 151647
WSWDMX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
1047 AM CST Mon Jan 15 2024

...Life Threatening Wind Chills Continue into Tuesday...

Arctic cold air has settled into the area with temperatures well
below zero and accompanying wind chills often in the 20s or 30s
below zero, even during the day. This extreme Arctic air combined
with breezy winds at times will continue to create dangerously
cold conditions into Tuesday, with wind chill values as low as
35 below zero.

Please continue to check the latest road conditions prior to any 
travel in and around Iowa as crews continue to work to improve 
road conditions.

IAZ004>007-015>017-023>028-033>039-044>050-057>062-070>075-
081>086-092>097-160100-
/O.CON.KDMX.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240116T1800Z/
Emmet-Kossuth-Winnebago-Worth-Palo Alto-Hancock-Cerro Gordo-
Pocahontas-Humboldt-Wright-Franklin-Butler-Bremer-Sac-Calhoun-
Webster-Hamilton-Hardin-Grundy-Black Hawk-Crawford-Carroll-Greene-
Boone-Story-Marshall-Tama-Audubon-Guthrie-Dallas-Polk-Jasper-
Poweshiek-Cass-Adair-Madison-Warren-Marion-Mahaska-Adams-Union-
Clarke-Lucas-Monroe-Wapello-Taylor-Ringgold-Decatur-Wayne-
Appanoose-Davis-
Including the cities of Estherville, Algona, Forest City, 
Lake Mills, Northwood, Manly, Emmetsburg, Garner, Britt, Kanawha,
Mason City, Clear Lake, Pocahontas, Laurens, Rolfe, Fonda, 
Gilmore City, Humboldt, Eagle Grove, Clarion, Belmond, Hampton, 
Parkersburg, Clarksville, Shell Rock, Greene, Aplington, Allison,
Dumont, Waverly, Sac City, Lake View, Odebolt, Wall Lake, 
Schaller, Early, Rockwell City, Manson, Lake City, Pomeroy, 
Fort Dodge, Webster City, Iowa Falls, Eldora, Ackley, 
Grundy Center, Reinbeck, Conrad, Dike, Wellsburg, Waterloo, 
Cedar Falls, Denison, Carroll, Jefferson, Boone, Ames, 
Marshalltown, Tama, Toledo, Traer, Dysart, Gladbrook, Audubon, 
Exira, Guthrie Center, Panora, Bayard, Casey, Perry, Waukee, 
Adel, Des Moines, Newton, Grinnell, Atlantic, Greenfield, Stuart,
Adair, Fontanelle, Winterset, Earlham, Indianola, Norwalk, 
Carlisle, Pella, Knoxville, Oskaloosa, Corning, Creston, Osceola,
Chariton, Albia, Ottumwa, Bedford, Lenox, New Market, Mount Ayr, 
Lamoni, Leon, Corydon, Seymour, Allerton, Humeston, Centerville, 
and Bloomfield
1047 AM CST Mon Jan 15 2024

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills. Wind chills as low as 35 
  below zero.

* WHERE...All of central Iowa.

* WHEN...Until noon CST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. If outside, make sure you 
wear appropriate clothing, layers, a hat, and gloves. 

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/desmoines
813 
WWUS43 KDMX 152039
WSWDMX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
239 PM CST Mon Jan 15 2024

...Life Threatening Wind Chills Continue into Tuesday...

Arctic cold air has settled into the area with temperatures below
zero and accompanying wind chills often near or in the 20s or 30s
below zero, even during the day. This extreme Arctic air combined
with breezy winds at times will continue to create dangerously 
cold conditions into Tuesday, with wind chill values as low as 35 
below zero. Although slightly warmer, very cold wind chills will 
continue into Wednesday as well.

Please continue to check the latest road conditions prior to any
travel in and around Iowa as crews continue to work to improve
road conditions.

IAZ004>007-015>017-023>028-033>039-044>050-057>062-070>075-
081>086-092>097-160445-
/O.NEW.KDMX.WC.Y.0001.240116T1800Z-240117T1500Z/
/O.CON.KDMX.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240116T1800Z/
Emmet-Kossuth-Winnebago-Worth-Palo Alto-Hancock-Cerro Gordo-
Pocahontas-Humboldt-Wright-Franklin-Butler-Bremer-Sac-Calhoun-
Webster-Hamilton-Hardin-Grundy-Black Hawk-Crawford-Carroll-Greene-
Boone-Story-Marshall-Tama-Audubon-Guthrie-Dallas-Polk-Jasper-
Poweshiek-Cass-Adair-Madison-Warren-Marion-Mahaska-Adams-Union-
Clarke-Lucas-Monroe-Wapello-Taylor-Ringgold-Decatur-Wayne-
Appanoose-Davis-
Including the cities of Estherville, Algona, Forest City, 
Lake Mills, Northwood, Manly, Emmetsburg, Garner, Britt, Kanawha,
Mason City, Clear Lake, Pocahontas, Laurens, Rolfe, Fonda, 
Gilmore City, Humboldt, Eagle Grove, Clarion, Belmond, Hampton, 
Parkersburg, Clarksville, Shell Rock, Greene, Aplington, Allison,
Dumont, Waverly, Sac City, Lake View, Odebolt, Wall Lake, 
Schaller, Early, Rockwell City, Manson, Lake City, Pomeroy, 
Fort Dodge, Webster City, Iowa Falls, Eldora, Ackley, 
Grundy Center, Reinbeck, Conrad, Dike, Wellsburg, Waterloo, 
Cedar Falls, Denison, Carroll, Jefferson, Boone, Ames, 
Marshalltown, Tama, Toledo, Traer, Dysart, Gladbrook, Audubon, 
Exira, Guthrie Center, Panora, Bayard, Casey, Perry, Waukee, 
Adel, Des Moines, Newton, Grinnell, Atlantic, Greenfield, Stuart,
Adair, Fontanelle, Winterset, Earlham, Indianola, Norwalk, 
Carlisle, Pella, Knoxville, Oskaloosa, Corning, Creston, Osceola,
Chariton, Albia, Ottumwa, Bedford, Lenox, New Market, Mount Ayr, 
Lamoni, Leon, Corydon, Seymour, Allerton, Humeston, Centerville, 
and Bloomfield
239 PM CST Mon Jan 15 2024

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TUESDAY...
...WIND CHILL ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TUESDAY TO 9 AM CST
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Wind Chill Warning, dangerously cold wind 
  chills. Wind chills as low as 35 below zero. For the Wind 
  Chill Advisory, very cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as 
  low as 25 below zero.

* WHERE...All of central Iowa.

* WHEN...For the Wind Chill Warning, until noon CST Tuesday. For 
  the Wind Chill Advisory, from noon Tuesday to 9 AM CST 
  Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite
  on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. If outside or traveling, 
make sure you wear appropriate clothing, layers, a hat, and 
gloves. 

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/desmoines
404 
WWUS43 KDMX 160437
WSWDMX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
1037 PM CST Mon Jan 15 2024

...Life Threatening Wind Chills Continue into Tuesday...

Arctic cold air has settled into the area with temperatures below
zero and accompanying wind chills often near or in the 20s or 30s
below zero, even during the day. This extreme Arctic air combined
with breezy winds at times will continue to create dangerously
cold conditions into Tuesday, with wind chill values as low as
35 below zero. Although slightly warmer, very cold wind chills
will continue into Wednesday as well.

Please continue to check the latest road conditions prior to any
travel in and around Iowa as crews continue to work to improve
road conditions.

IAZ004>007-015>017-023>028-033>039-044>050-057>062-070>075-
081>086-092>097-161245-
/O.CON.KDMX.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240116T1800Z/
/O.CON.KDMX.WC.Y.0001.240116T1800Z-240117T1500Z/
Emmet-Kossuth-Winnebago-Worth-Palo Alto-Hancock-Cerro Gordo-
Pocahontas-Humboldt-Wright-Franklin-Butler-Bremer-Sac-Calhoun-
Webster-Hamilton-Hardin-Grundy-Black Hawk-Crawford-Carroll-Greene-
Boone-Story-Marshall-Tama-Audubon-Guthrie-Dallas-Polk-Jasper-
Poweshiek-Cass-Adair-Madison-Warren-Marion-Mahaska-Adams-Union-
Clarke-Lucas-Monroe-Wapello-Taylor-Ringgold-Decatur-Wayne-
Appanoose-Davis-
Including the cities of Estherville, Algona, Forest City, 
Lake Mills, Northwood, Manly, Emmetsburg, Garner, Britt, Kanawha,
Mason City, Clear Lake, Pocahontas, Laurens, Rolfe, Fonda, 
Gilmore City, Humboldt, Eagle Grove, Clarion, Belmond, Hampton, 
Parkersburg, Clarksville, Shell Rock, Greene, Aplington, Allison,
Dumont, Waverly, Sac City, Lake View, Odebolt, Wall Lake, 
Schaller, Early, Rockwell City, Manson, Lake City, Pomeroy, 
Fort Dodge, Webster City, Iowa Falls, Eldora, Ackley, 
Grundy Center, Reinbeck, Conrad, Dike, Wellsburg, Waterloo, 
Cedar Falls, Denison, Carroll, Jefferson, Boone, Ames, 
Marshalltown, Tama, Toledo, Traer, Dysart, Gladbrook, Audubon, 
Exira, Guthrie Center, Panora, Bayard, Casey, Perry, Waukee, 
Adel, Des Moines, Newton, Grinnell, Atlantic, Greenfield, Stuart,
Adair, Fontanelle, Winterset, Earlham, Indianola, Norwalk, 
Carlisle, Pella, Knoxville, Oskaloosa, Corning, Creston, Osceola,
Chariton, Albia, Ottumwa, Bedford, Lenox, New Market, Mount Ayr, 
Lamoni, Leon, Corydon, Seymour, Allerton, Humeston, Centerville, 
and Bloomfield
1037 PM CST Mon Jan 15 2024

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TUESDAY...
...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TUESDAY TO
9 AM CST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Wind Chill Warning, dangerously cold wind 
  chills. Wind chills as low as 35 below zero. For the Wind 
  Chill Advisory, very cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as 
  low as 25 below zero.

* WHERE...All of central Iowa.

* WHEN...For the Wind Chill Warning, until noon CST Tuesday. For 
  the Wind Chill Advisory, from noon Tuesday to 9 AM CST 
  Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. 

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

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/desmoines
501 
WWUS43 KDMX 160900
WSWDMX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
300 AM CST Tue Jan 16 2024

...Dangerous Wind Chills Continue into Early Today....
...Bitter Cold Wind Chills for Tonight into Early Wednesday...

Arctic cold continues across the area with temperatures below zero
and accompanying wind chills often near or in the 20s or 30s below
zero this morning. This extreme Arctic air combined with breezy 
winds at times will continue to create dangerously cold conditions
into Tuesday, with wind chill values as low as 35 below zero this
morning. A moderation is anticipated by afternoon. Although slightly
warmer, very cold wind chills will continue tonight into Wednesday
morning prior to a brief break in the bitter cold by Wednesday 
afternoon and Thursday.

Please continue to check the latest road conditions prior to any
travel in and around Iowa as crews continue to work to improve
road conditions.

IAZ004>007-015>017-023>028-033>039-044>050-057>062-070>075-
081>086-092>097-161700-
/O.CON.KDMX.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240116T1800Z/
/O.CON.KDMX.WC.Y.0001.240116T1800Z-240117T1500Z/
Emmet-Kossuth-Winnebago-Worth-Palo Alto-Hancock-Cerro Gordo-
Pocahontas-Humboldt-Wright-Franklin-Butler-Bremer-Sac-Calhoun-
Webster-Hamilton-Hardin-Grundy-Black Hawk-Crawford-Carroll-Greene-
Boone-Story-Marshall-Tama-Audubon-Guthrie-Dallas-Polk-Jasper-
Poweshiek-Cass-Adair-Madison-Warren-Marion-Mahaska-Adams-Union-
Clarke-Lucas-Monroe-Wapello-Taylor-Ringgold-Decatur-Wayne-
Appanoose-Davis-
Including the cities of Estherville, Algona, Forest City, 
Lake Mills, Northwood, Manly, Emmetsburg, Garner, Britt, Kanawha,
Mason City, Clear Lake, Pocahontas, Laurens, Rolfe, Fonda, 
Gilmore City, Humboldt, Eagle Grove, Clarion, Belmond, Hampton, 
Parkersburg, Clarksville, Shell Rock, Greene, Aplington, Allison,
Dumont, Waverly, Sac City, Lake View, Odebolt, Wall Lake, 
Schaller, Early, Rockwell City, Manson, Lake City, Pomeroy, 
Fort Dodge, Webster City, Iowa Falls, Eldora, Ackley, 
Grundy Center, Reinbeck, Conrad, Dike, Wellsburg, Waterloo, 
Cedar Falls, Denison, Carroll, Jefferson, Boone, Ames, 
Marshalltown, Tama, Toledo, Traer, Dysart, Gladbrook, Audubon, 
Exira, Guthrie Center, Panora, Bayard, Casey, Perry, Waukee, 
Adel, Des Moines, Newton, Grinnell, Atlantic, Greenfield, Stuart,
Adair, Fontanelle, Winterset, Earlham, Indianola, Norwalk, 
Carlisle, Pella, Knoxville, Oskaloosa, Corning, Creston, Osceola,
Chariton, Albia, Ottumwa, Bedford, Lenox, New Market, Mount Ayr, 
Lamoni, Leon, Corydon, Seymour, Allerton, Humeston, Centerville, 
and Bloomfield
300 AM CST Tue Jan 16 2024

...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY...
...WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 9 AM
CST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Wind Chill Warning, dangerously cold wind chills.
  Wind chills as low as 35 below zero this morning. For the Wind
  Chill Advisory, very cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as
  low as 25 below zero; especially tonight into early Wednesday.

* WHERE...All of central Iowa.

* WHEN...For the Wind Chill Warning, until noon CST Tuesday. For 
  the Wind Chill Advisory, from noon Tuesday to 9 AM CST 
  Wednesday. 

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite
  on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes early today.

* ADDITIONAL INFORMATION...After a break in the bitter cold,
  another Arctic intrusion arrives for Thursday night and Friday
  night. This will push wind chill values back down to 20 to 30 
  below zero with bitter cold lows and very cold highs expected.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

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

&&

$$

REV
848 
WWUS43 KDMX 161704
WSWDMX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
1104 AM CST Tue Jan 16 2024

...Bitter Cold Wind Chills Through Early Wednesday...

Arctic cold continues across the area with temperatures below
zero and accompanying wind chills often near or in the 10s or 20s
below zero this morning. Although slightly warmer, very cold wind
chills will continue tonight into Wednesday morning prior to a 
brief break in the bitter cold by Wednesday afternoon and 
Thursday.

Please continue to check the latest road conditions prior to any
travel in and around Iowa as crews continue to work to improve
road conditions.

IAZ004>007-015>017-023>028-033>039-044>050-057>062-070>075-
081>086-092>097-170115-
/O.CAN.KDMX.WC.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240116T1800Z/
/O.EXT.KDMX.WC.Y.0001.240116T1704Z-240117T1500Z/
Emmet-Kossuth-Winnebago-Worth-Palo Alto-Hancock-Cerro Gordo-
Pocahontas-Humboldt-Wright-Franklin-Butler-Bremer-Sac-Calhoun-
Webster-Hamilton-Hardin-Grundy-Black Hawk-Crawford-Carroll-Greene-
Boone-Story-Marshall-Tama-Audubon-Guthrie-Dallas-Polk-Jasper-
Poweshiek-Cass-Adair-Madison-Warren-Marion-Mahaska-Adams-Union-
Clarke-Lucas-Monroe-Wapello-Taylor-Ringgold-Decatur-Wayne-
Appanoose-Davis-
Including the cities of Estherville, Algona, Forest City, 
Lake Mills, Northwood, Manly, Emmetsburg, Garner, Britt, Kanawha,
Mason City, Clear Lake, Pocahontas, Laurens, Rolfe, Fonda, 
Gilmore City, Humboldt, Eagle Grove, Clarion, Belmond, Hampton, 
Parkersburg, Clarksville, Shell Rock, Greene, Aplington, Allison,
Dumont, Waverly, Sac City, Lake View, Odebolt, Wall Lake, 
Schaller, Early, Rockwell City, Manson, Lake City, Pomeroy, 
Fort Dodge, Webster City, Iowa Falls, Eldora, Ackley, 
Grundy Center, Reinbeck, Conrad, Dike, Wellsburg, Waterloo, 
Cedar Falls, Denison, Carroll, Jefferson, Boone, Ames, 
Marshalltown, Tama, Toledo, Traer, Dysart, Gladbrook, Audubon, 
Exira, Guthrie Center, Panora, Bayard, Casey, Perry, Waukee, 
Adel, Des Moines, Newton, Grinnell, Atlantic, Greenfield, Stuart,
Adair, Fontanelle, Winterset, Earlham, Indianola, Norwalk, 
Carlisle, Pella, Knoxville, Oskaloosa, Corning, Creston, Osceola,
Chariton, Albia, Ottumwa, Bedford, Lenox, New Market, Mount Ayr, 
Lamoni, Leon, Corydon, Seymour, Allerton, Humeston, Centerville, 
and Bloomfield
1104 AM CST Tue Jan 16 2024

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM CST WEDNESDAY...
...WIND CHILL WARNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as low as 25
  below zero; especially tonight into early Wednesday.

* WHERE...Central Iowa.

* WHEN...Until 9 AM CST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes early 
  today.

* ADDITIONAL INFORMATION...After a break in the bitter cold, 
  another Arctic intrusion arrives for Thursday night and Friday 
  night. This will push wind chill values back down to 20 to 30 
  below zero with bitter cold lows and very cold highs expected.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/desmoines

Hagenhoff

What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before this wind chill warning went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.

NWS Des Moines, IA wrote its last area forecast discussion before this wind chill warning went out at Jan 12, 2:06 PM CST, 1 hour 26 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Jan 12, 2:06 PM CST, 1 hour 26 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
206 PM CST Fri Jan 12 2024

.DISCUSSION.../Tonight through Friday/
Issued at 206 PM CST Fri Jan 12 2024

Key Messages:

- Ongoing winter storm with severe travel impacts will continue
  into tomorrow with only modest improvement, mainly in the south.
- Prolonged, dangerous cold will overspread the region tonight and
  dominate into Tuesday.
- The latter half of the week will see less hazardous weather, but
  a continuation of colder than normal temperatures.

The ongoing winter storm system has gone relatively close to what
was forecast today, with some exceptions. Most notably, dry air
undercutting the system from the north resulted in a sharper than
expected northern edge to the precipitation shield, and lower than
anticipated snow amounts roughly northwest of an Audubon to Hampton
line where only about 2-4 inches have fallen. Nevertheless, even
this accumulation on top of the existing snow pack combined with
the strong northwest to north winds has resulted in widespread
visibilities of half a mile and below, with frequent decreases to
below a quarter mile in some areas. This is also true further
south and southeast, where most of the remainder of the forecast
area has received heavy snowfall that continues early this
afternoon. The combination of snow and blowing/drifting snow has
resulted in very dangerous road conditions across most of Iowa,
especially the southeastern two thirds of the state where travel
is not advised in most areas and some roads are impassable. With
the combination of these factors and hazards, the area-wide
Blizzard Warning remains appropriate and in effect this
afternoon.

The remaining bands of moderate to heavy snow will gradually work
eastward out of our area by this evening and tonight as the large
cyclone bombing out over Illinois/Indiana also moves away. Winds
will diminish slightly overnight, but remain strong and gusty.
With falling snow tapering off and automated station visibility
measurements increasing after dark, perceived blizzard conditions
may improve somewhat overnight. However, blowing and drifting of
snow will continue and travel will remain very hazardous,
especially given the dangers of nighttime driving, and overall
conditions are expected to worsen again on Saturday as detailed
below. Therefore, the Blizzard Warning will remain in effect
overnight.

On Saturday a second 500 mb low will close off over South Dakota
and approach northwest Iowa by the end of the day. This will help
to enhance wind fields, and combined with better low-level mixing
during the day, lead to a resurgence of wind speeds and gusts
from mid/late morning through the day and into the evening.
Forecast soundings indicate mixing depth will be considerably
deeper than today, roughly twice the height, with similar or only
slightly lower wind speeds/gusts predicted than we are seeing
today. In addition, while moisture is more limited, the forcing
ahead of the approaching low should be sufficient to generate snow
showers, mainly across about the northern half of the area where
the forcing is a bit stronger. The combination of snow showers,
strong and gusty winds, turbulent and relatively deep mixing,
along with fresh powdery snow cover on the ground will renew
concerns for blowing snow, near-blizzard conditions, and very
dangerous travel/road conditions through the day Saturday. This
has prompted extension of the Blizzard Warning through 00Z along
and north of I-80. Further south blowing snow will certainly
still be an issue given the strength of the winds and a similar
snow pack, however, the coverage/intensity of renewed snow
showers is expected to be less further south and the topography
and vegetative cover are less conducive to blizzard conditions.
With travel impacts expected to continue in those areas but
visibilities being somewhat less reduced, have issued a Winter
Weather Advisory for Saturday instead of extending the warning in
the south.

Winds will gradually diminish from Saturday night into early next
week with no additional accumulating snowfall forecast, thus blowing
snow should likewise diminish and road conditions slowly improve.
However, the danger will transition to extreme cold for several days
as an Arctic outbreak spreads across the Midwest and winds are slow
to subside. This threat will begin to increase tonight and by
Saturday morning wind chill values are forecast to fall into the
teens below zero in our eastern counties and 20 to 30 below in our
central and western counties. From Saturday night through Tuesday
morning these values will fall further, to 20 to 40 below zero
continuously and area-wide, prompting a Wind Chill Warning through
this entire period. Given the issues with drifting and snow
covered roads, especially through Saturday, the extreme cold will
pose an even greater danger as any travelers who become stranded
would be at increased risk of exposure. All in all the next
several days will be very dangerous from combined winter weather
threats across most or all of Iowa.

From Tuesday night into next weekend a quieter weather pattern is
in store, with fleeting chances for light snow but nothing
appreciable foreseen at this range. Generally northwest steering
and flow will dampen any moderation of temperatures, so while the
latter half of the week will be less cold than the first half, it
will still be colder than normal and the snow will not be melting
any time soon. Even on the warmest day of the week, Wednesday, the
high temperatures will only range around the mid teens to lower
20s. In short...winter is here to stay for a while.

&&

.AVIATION.../For the 18Z TAFS through 18Z Saturday afternoon/
Issued at 1123 AM CST Fri Jan 12 2024

Light snow and blowing snow will result in reduced visibilities at
times, mainly into this evening and again during the day on
Saturday. Visibility below a mile will be common during these
times. Low ceilings will also persist through the entire TAF
period, generally at MVFR heights by may poke into IFR or VFR at
times. Strong and gusty northwest to north winds will result in
crosswinds of 20 KT or greater on some runways.

&&

.DMX WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
Blizzard Warning until 6 PM CST Saturday for IAZ004>007-015>017-
023>028-033>039-044>050-057>062.

Wind Chill Warning from midnight tonight to noon CST Tuesday for
IAZ004>006-015-016-023>025-033>036-044>048-057>060-070>073-
081>084-092>095.

Wind Chill Warning from 6 PM Saturday to noon CST Tuesday for
IAZ007-017-026>028-037>039-049-050-061-062-074-075-085-086-096-
097.

Blizzard Warning until 6 AM CST Saturday for IAZ070>075-081>086-
092>097.

Winter Weather Advisory from 6 AM to 6 PM CST Saturday for
IAZ070>075-081>086-092>097.

&&

DISCUSSION...Lee
AVIATION...Lee
Hazardous weather outlook, Jan 12, 3:13 AM CST, 12 hours 19 minutes before
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
313 AM CST Fri Jan 12 2024

IAZ004>007-015>017-023>028-033>039-044>050-057>062-070>075-
081>086-092>097-130915-
Emmet-Kossuth-Winnebago-Worth-Palo Alto-Hancock-Cerro Gordo-
Pocahontas-Humboldt-Wright-Franklin-Butler-Bremer-Sac-Calhoun-
Webster-Hamilton-Hardin-Grundy-Black Hawk-Crawford-Carroll-Greene-
Boone-Story-Marshall-Tama-Audubon-Guthrie-Dallas-Polk-Jasper-
Poweshiek-Cass-Adair-Madison-Warren-Marion-Mahaska-Adams-Union-
Clarke-Lucas-Monroe-Wapello-Taylor-Ringgold-Decatur-Wayne-
Appanoose-Davis-
313 AM CST Fri Jan 12 2024

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of central Iowa.

.DAY ONE...Today and tonight

A Winter Storm Warning will transition to a Blizzard Warning by late
Friday morning and continue through Friday night. Please refer to
the National Weather Service website at weather.gov/desmoines for
further details.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Saturday through Thursday

A Blizzard Warning is expected to continue until early Saturday
morning. Please refer to the National Weather Service website at
weather.gov/desmoines for further details.

A Wind Chill Watch is in effect for the area from Saturday
Evening though Tuesday morning. Please refer to the National
Weather Service website at weather.gov/desmoines for further
details.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation will not be needed. However, snowfall amounts
are always appreciated.

In the hours before

Local storm report, Jan 12, 1:50 PM CST, 1 hour 42 minutes before
Preliminary Local Storm Report
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
150 PM CST Fri Jan 12 2024

..TIME...   ...EVENT...      ...CITY LOCATION...     ...LAT.LON...
..DATE...   ....MAG....      ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
            ..REMARKS..

0141 PM     Snow             Albia                   41.03N 92.80W
01/12/2024  E10.0 inch       Monroe             IA   Trained Spotter

            Still snowing hard with 1/4 mile visibility.

&&

CC
Local storm report, Jan 12, 1:51 PM CST, 1 hour 41 minutes before
Preliminary Local Storm Report
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
151 PM CST Fri Jan 12 2024

..TIME...   ...EVENT...      ...CITY LOCATION...     ...LAT.LON...
..DATE...   ....MAG....      ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
            ..REMARKS..

0130 PM     Snow             Pella                   41.41N 92.92W
01/12/2024  E6.5 inch        Marion             IA   Broadcast Media

            Via KNIA/KRLS radio.

&&

CC
Local storm report, Jan 12, 1:55 PM CST, 1 hour 37 minutes before
Preliminary Local Storm Report
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
155 PM CST Fri Jan 12 2024

..TIME...   ...EVENT...      ...CITY LOCATION...     ...LAT.LON...
..DATE...   ....MAG....      ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
            ..REMARKS..

0154 PM     Snow             1 NNW Knoxville         41.33N 93.11W
01/12/2024  E7.5 inch        Marion             IA   Broadcast Media

            Via KNIA/KRLS radio.

&&

CC
Local storm report, Jan 12, 2:22 PM CST, 1 hour 10 minutes before
Preliminary Local Storm Report
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
222 PM CST Fri Jan 12 2024

..TIME...   ...EVENT...      ...CITY LOCATION...     ...LAT.LON...
..DATE...   ....MAG....      ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
            ..REMARKS..

0218 PM     Snow             2 W Ankeny              41.73N 93.63W
01/12/2024  E8.0 inch        Polk               IA   Trained Spotter

&&

CC
Local storm report, Jan 12, 2:48 PM CST, 44 minutes before
Preliminary Local Storm Report
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
248 PM CST Fri Jan 12 2024

..TIME...   ...EVENT...      ...CITY LOCATION...     ...LAT.LON...
..DATE...   ....MAG....      ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
            ..REMARKS..

0215 PM     Snow             Indianola               41.36N 93.57W
01/12/2024  M7.5 inch        Warren             IA   Broadcast Media

            KNIA KRLS radio measured 7.5 inches
            snowfall, noting that winds have really
            ramped up drifting snow making it difficult
            to measure.

&&
Local storm report, Jan 12, 3:29 PM CST, 3 minutes before
Preliminary Local Storm Report
National Weather Service Des Moines IA
329 PM CST Fri Jan 12 2024

..TIME...   ...EVENT...      ...CITY LOCATION...     ...LAT.LON...
..DATE...   ....MAG....      ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
            ..REMARKS..

0230 PM     Snow             Lorimor                 41.13N 94.05W
01/12/2024  M10.0 inch       Union              IA   Public

0302 PM     Snow             Pella                   41.41N 92.92W
01/12/2024  M7.0 inch        Marion             IA   Broadcast Media

            From KNIA/KRLS Radio.

0326 PM     Blizzard         3 WSW Glidden           42.05N 94.79W
01/12/2024                   Carroll            IA   AWOS

            Visibility 1/4 mile or less coincident with
            wind gusts 35 mph or more for much of the
            afternoon.

&&

The office that day

Everything else NWS Des Moines, IA issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Jan 12, 3:32 PM CSTWinter Weather AdvisoryDMXAdair, Adams, Appanoose, Audubon, Black Hawk, Bremer and 24 more32 hr

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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; local storm reports from the same archive; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.