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High Wind Warning
Issued: 7:51 AM Mar. 16, 2026 – National Weather Service
...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM CDT EARLY THIS MORNING... * WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. * WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Illinois, east central, northeast, and southeast Iowa, and northeast Missouri. * WHEN...Until 6 AM CDT early 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. &&
Blizzard Warning
Issued: 7:51 AM Mar. 16, 2026 – National Weather Service
...BLIZZARD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CDT THIS MORNING... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations between 1 and 3 inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph. * WHERE...Portions of east central, northeast, and southeast Iowa. * WHEN...Until 10 AM CDT this morning. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. Widespread blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will 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. Latest road conditions are available at 511ia.org or by calling 511. &&
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