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Winter Storm Watch
Issued: 2:45 AM Mar. 13, 2026 – National Weather Service
...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY EVENING THROUGH MONDAY MORNING... * WHAT...Heavy snow and blizzard conditions are possible. Total snow accumulations may exceed 6 inches. Winds could gust to 50 mph or higher. * WHERE...Far northern Iowa. * WHEN...From Saturday evening through Monday morning. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Prepare for possible blizzard conditions. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. &&
High Wind Warning
Issued: 2:44 AM Mar. 13, 2026 – National Weather Service
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM CDT FRIDAY... * WHAT...West to northwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to around 60 mph expected. Isolated gusts of 60 to 65 mph are possible. * WHERE...Central and northern Iowa, including I-35 and I-80. * WHEN...Until 7 AM CDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution if you must drive. &&
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