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Cold Weather Advisory
Issued: 8:55 AM Jan. 18, 2026 – National Weather Service
...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO NOON CST MONDAY... * WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero expected. * WHERE...Much of northern into central and east central Iowa. * WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to noon CST Monday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. &&
Winter Weather Advisory
Issued: 8:55 AM Jan. 18, 2026 – National Weather Service
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 9 PM CST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Snow showers and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations near an inch. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Portions of central into northeastern Iowa. * WHEN...From noon today to 9 PM CST this evening. * IMPACTS...Plan on periods of reduced visibility. Gusty winds could also bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest travel conditions, check the Iowa 511 app, www.511ia.org, or dial 511. &&
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