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High Wind Warning
Issued: 4:10 PM Mar. 15, 2026 – National Weather Service
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM CDT MONDAY... * WHAT...Northwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55-65 mph expected. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central, northeast, northwest, south central, southeast, southwest, and west central Iowa. * WHEN...Until 4 AM CDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. With snowfall, white-out conditions are expected at times. 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. &&
Blizzard Warning
Issued: 3:41 PM Mar. 15, 2026 – National Weather Service
...BLIZZARD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM CDT MONDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations between 2 and 4 inches and ice accumulations around a light glaze. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph. * WHERE...Portions of central and west central Iowa. * WHEN...Until 7 AM CDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. Strong winds could cause tree damage. 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. For the latest travel conditions, check the Iowa 511 app, www.511ia.org, or dial 511. &&
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