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Location: Elkhart, IA
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High Wind Warning
Issued: 11:41 AM Mar. 13, 2026 – National Weather Service
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CDT THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...West 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 10 AM CDT this morning.

* 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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Winter Storm Watch
Issued: 8:28 AM Mar. 13, 2026 – National Weather Service
...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY EVENING THROUGH MONDAY
MORNING...

* WHAT...Accumulating snow and blizzard conditions are possible.
Total snow accumulations up to 3 inches possible. Winds could gust
as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of central to north central Iowa.

* WHEN...From Sunday evening through Monday morning.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. 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...

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

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