As winter approaches, the Midwest region of the United States is currently facing a barrage of winter storms and high winds, prompting various weather advisories and warnings from the National Weather Service (NWS). The states of South Dakota, Nebraska, and Minnesota are particularly affected, with snowfall and gusty winds creating hazardous conditions for residents.
In South Dakota, a Winter Storm Warning has been issued for Day County, with heavy snowfall expected to accumulate between 4 and 6 inches. Additionally, winds gusting up to 45 mph are forecasted, leading to reduced visibility and difficult travel conditions. The impacts of this storm could affect both morning and evening commutes, with the potential for tree branches to be brought down by the strong winds.
Neighboring counties in South Dakota, such as Campbell, Corson, Edmunds, McPherson, Walworth, Clark, Codington, Deuel, Hamlin, and Spink, are under Winter Weather Advisories, with snow accumulations ranging from 1 to 4 inches. These areas are also experiencing gusty winds, which could lead to slippery roads and reduced visibility due to blowing snow.
In Nebraska, specifically in Harrison, Pottawattamie, Shelby, Douglas, Sarpy, and Cass Counties, Wind Advisories have been issued due to northwest winds of 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. The combination of high winds and low visibility from dense fog could create hazardous driving conditions and potential power outages.
Minnesota is not exempt from the winter weather onslaught, with Faribault, Freeborn, and Martin Counties facing strong northwest winds of 25 to 35 mph and gusts up to 45 mph. This region is also expecting 1 to 3 inches of snow, further complicating travel and potentially causing power outages.
As these winter storms and high winds sweep across the Midwest, residents are urged to exercise caution while traveling and to stay updated on weather alerts and advisories. It is essential to be prepared for challenging road conditions, reduced visibility, and the possibility of power outages. By staying informed and taking necessary precautions, individuals can navigate through this inclement weather safely.
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References:
– NWS Aberdeen SD Winter Storm Warning: https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.06753f63c6bcf02facd9c29bfb75ee6458fc8ffc.002.1.cap
– NWS Aberdeen SD Winter Weather Advisory: https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.06753f63c6bcf02facd9c29bfb75ee6458fc8ffc.005.1.cap
– NWS Aberdeen SD Winter Weather Advisory: https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.06753f63c6bcf02facd9c29bfb75ee6458fc8ffc.007.1.cap
– NWS Omaha/Valley NE Wind Advisory: https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.5ac336455873eb94c17ad6c70c71fc84ad03cb05.002.1.cap
– NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN Wind Advisory: https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.dd01db925ac5bed01f5e3e9ebd9c9f32dfef3f7f.002.1.cap
– NWS Omaha/Valley NE Dense Fog Advisory: https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.5ac336455873eb94c17ad6c70c71fc84ad03cb05.006.2.cap
– NWS Omaha/Valley NE Wind Advisory: https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.5ac336455873eb94c17ad6c70c71fc84ad03cb05.003.1.cap
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