Indianola, Iowa

... Winter Storm Warning remains in effect until 9 PM CST this
evening...
... Blizzard Warning remains in effect from 9 PM this evening to
6 PM CST Wednesday...

A Winter Storm Warning remains in effect until 9 PM CST this
evening. A Blizzard Warning remains in effect from 9 PM this
evening to 6 PM CST Wednesday.

* Short term trends: a band of moderate snow will affect central
Iowa from Interstate 80 to Highway 20 through the rest of the
afternoon. The snowfall intensity will range from 1 to 2 inches
per hour during the remainder of the afternoon through tonight.
An additional 3 to 5 inches of new snow is expected through
sunset tonight across much of the area. Visibility will drop to
less than a one half mile at times this afternoon and tonight. A
mix of sleet... snow and freezing rain is expected across the
far southeast portions of the warning area through the remainder
of the afternoon hours.

* Storm total accumulations: snow accumulations of 10 to 15 inches
are anticipated for much of central Iowa. The best threat for
receiving over a foot of snow is generally south of Highway 20.
Isolated amounts up to 16 inches are forecast between Highway 34
and Highway 30 by Wednesday morning.

* Winds/visibility: east to northeast winds at 15 to 25 mph are
expected through the evening hours before shifting north to
northwest and increasing by late this evening. Look for
visibility to be reduced to less than a one half mile at times
this afternoon and tonight. North to northwest of 25 to 35
mph... with gusts greater than 50 mph are expected overnight
tonight into Wednesday... producing visibility less than one
quarter of a mile with white out conditions at times.

* Impacts: significant travel concerns are expected with this
dangerous winter storm... especially during the afternoon hours
and towards rush hour tonight. In addition to the heavy snow
accumulating on roadways... very strong north to northwest
winds will cause significant blowing and drifting of snow and
whiteout conditions late tonight into Wednesday... leading to
the potential for major travel impacts and Road closures. Snow
drifts of 8 to 15 feet are possible by Wednesday. The
potential for power outages exist as well with the very strong
winds. Wind chill readings on Wednesday will range from 10 to
20 below zero.

Precautionary/preparedness actions...

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

A Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow and blowing snow means
severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring.
Significant amounts of snow and blowing snow are forecast that
will make travel dangerous. Only travel in an emergency. If you
must travel... keep an extra flashlight... food... and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency.