Winter Road Conditions

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Counties: Blue Earth; Brown; Faribault; Martin; Nicollet; Redwood; Renville; Sibley; Watonwan

...GROUND BLIZZARD POSSIBLE TONIGHT THROUGH THURSDAY MORNING...
.A Blizzard Warning is in effect for western and southern Minnesota
tonight through Thursday morning, with very dangerous travel
conditions expected to develop overnight. Strong northwest winds
with gusts of 35 to 45 mph will develop behind an arctic front
late tonight across western Minnesota, moving through southern
Minnesota as the morning progresses. With a deep snowpack in place
and a few inches of recently fallen snow, widespread blowing snow
with whiteout conditions appears likely across portions of western
and southern Minnesota.
Further east into central and southeastern Minnesota, winds are
forecast to be lighter with less fresh snow to potentially blow
around. A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect for these areas
Thursday, where blowing snow may lead to limited visibility and
hazardous travel conditions.
In addition to blowing snow, the gusty winds and plummeting
temperatures will result in dangerously wind chill values of -25
to -30 degrees developing through the day on Thursday, and
continuing through Friday morning.
...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 9 AM CST
THURSDAY...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 6 PM CST
THURSDAY...
* WHAT...Blizzard conditions and blowing snow expected. Winds
gusting as high as 45 mph. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.
* WHERE...Portions of central, south central and southwest
Minnesota.
* WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, from midnight tonight to 9 AM
CST Thursday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 9 AM to 6
PM CST Thursday.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas of blowing snow could significantly
reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the
morning or evening commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree
branches. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 35 below
zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10
minutes.

Counties: Chippewa; Douglas; Lac Qui Parle; Pope; Stevens; Swift; Yellow Medicine

...GROUND BLIZZARD POSSIBLE TONIGHT THROUGH THURSDAY MORNING...
.A Blizzard Warning is in effect for western and southern Minnesota
tonight through Thursday morning, with very dangerous travel
conditions expected to develop overnight. Strong northwest winds
with gusts of 35 to 45 mph will develop behind an arctic front
late tonight across western Minnesota, moving through southern
Minnesota as the morning progresses. With a deep snowpack in place
and a few inches of recently fallen snow, widespread blowing snow
with whiteout conditions appears likely across portions of western
and southern Minnesota.
Further east into central and southeastern Minnesota, winds are
forecast to be lighter with less fresh snow to potentially blow
around. A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect for these areas
Thursday, where blowing snow may lead to limited visibility and
hazardous travel conditions.
In addition to blowing snow, the gusty winds and plummeting
temperatures will result in dangerously wind chill values of -25
to -30 degrees developing through the day on Thursday, and
continuing through Friday morning.
...BLIZZARD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO 9 AM
CST THURSDAY...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 3 PM CST
THURSDAY...
* WHAT...Blizzard conditions and blowing snow expected. Winds
gusting as high as 45 mph. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.
* WHERE...Portions of west central Minnesota.
* WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, from 9 PM this evening to 9
AM CST Thursday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 9 AM to
3 PM CST Thursday.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas of blowing snow could significantly
reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the
morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 35 below zero could
cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

Counties: Grant; West Otter Tail; Wilkin

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO
NOON CST THURSDAY...
* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. A light dusting of snow is
also possible. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph. Strongest winds
this evening.
* WHERE...Portions of west central Minnesota and southeast North
Dakota.
* WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to noon CST Thursday.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Widespread blowing snow will
significantly reduce the visibility. The hazardous conditions
will impact the Thursday morning commute. The dangerously cold
wind chills as low as 35 below zero could cause frostbite on
exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

Counties: Kittson; West Marshall

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON
TO 9 AM CST THURSDAY...
* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. A light dusting of snow is
also expected. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph. Strongest winds
this evening.
* WHERE...Portions of northwest Minnesota and northeast North
Dakota.
* WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 9 AM CST Thursday.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Widespread blowing snow will
significantly reduce the visibility. The hazardous conditions
will impact the Wednesday evening and Thursday morning
commutes. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 40 below
zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10
minutes.

Counties: Black Hawk; Bremer; Butler; Franklin; Grundy; Hamilton; Hardin; Humboldt; Jasper; Mahaska; Marshall; Poweshiek; Story; Tama; Wright

...Strong, Gusty Winds Creating Blowing Snow Later Tonight Through
Late Thursday And Very Cold Wind Chills Developing on Thursday...
.An arctic front will drop through the state tonight with strong,
gusty winds from the northwest developing behind this front. Winds
will be sustained at 20 to 30 mph with gusts over 35 mph common.
Over northern Iowa, wind gusts may approach 45 mph. Light snow or
flurries will accompany this front and with these strong winds,
areas of blowing snow are expected significantly reducing
visibility, especially in rural areas. In addition, already fallen
snow will continue to be lofted and blown even after the falling
snow ends. Temperatures will fall through the day and combined
with the winds will create very low wind chills of 20 to 35 below
zero over much of Iowa by later Thursday into Friday morning.
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 6 PM CST
THURSDAY...
...WIND CHILL WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH
FRIDAY MORNING...
* WHAT...Blowing snow expected. Dangerously cold wind chills
possible. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. Wind chills as low
as 35 below zero possible.
* WHERE...Central Iowa.
* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 5 AM to 6 PM CST
Thursday. For the Wind Chill Watch, from Thursday evening
through Friday morning.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of
blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The
hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. The
dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed
skin in as little as 10 minutes.

Counties: Gallatin; Wayne; White

...The flood warning continues for the following rivers in
Illinois...
Little Wabash River at Carmi
.Runoff from heavy rain and melting snow will cause the Little Wabash
River at Carmi to rise into minor flood stage. The river is now
forecast to reach flood stage this evening and crest near 29.2 feet
Monday evening.
The Flood Warning continues for
the Little Wabash River at Carmi.
* from this evening until further notice.
* At  2:30 PM Wednesday the stage was 26.6 feet.
* Flood Stage is 27.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is forecast.
* Forecast...Rise above flood stage by this evening and continue to
rise to near 29.2 feet by Monday evening.
&&

Counties: Boone; De Kalb; Kane; Kendall; La Salle; Lake; Lee; McHenry; Ogle; Winnebago

...Dangerously Cold Wind Chills Possible Thursday night into
Friday Morning...
...WIND CHILL WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING
THROUGH FRIDAY MORNING...
* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills possible. Wind chills as
low as 30 below zero possible.
* WHERE...Portions of north central and northeast Illinois.
* WHEN...From Thursday evening through Friday morning.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The cold wind chills could cause
frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

Counties: Lawrence

...The Flood Warning continues for the following river in Illinois...
Embarras River at Lawrenceville affecting Lawrence County
.The following forecasts are based on observed precipitation, soil
moisture conditions, and forecast precipitation.
The Flood Warning continues for
The Embarras River at Lawrenceville.
* Until late Monday night.
* At  145 PM Wednesday the stage was 28.8 feet.
* Flood stage is 30.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is forecast.
* Forecast...Rise above flood stage by this evening and continue to
rise to near 33.4 feet by early Friday morning.The river will fall
below flood stage by Monday evening.
* Impact...At 33.0 feet...Lumber Mill Road is inundated.
&&
Fld  Observed         Forecast 6AM
Location          Stg  Stg  Day Time    Thu    Fri    Sat
Embarras River
Lawrenceville     30  28.8 Wed 2 PM     MSG   31.7   33.3
&&

Counties: Benton; Buchanan; Cedar; Delaware; Dubuque; Iowa; Johnson; Jones; Linn; Muscatine

...Strong Winds Thursday Followed by Extremely Cold Wind Chills...
.A strong arctic front will sweep through the area Thursday. Winds
gusting up to 35 mph will create considerable blowing snow with
reduced visibilities. Near white out conditions are possible in
rural areas. The very strong winds combined with falling
temperatures will create wind chills of 15 to 25 below zero
Thursday afternoon.
Thursday night into Friday the winds will diminish but bitter cold
temperatures will settle across the area. Wind chills Thursday
night into Friday morning may be 25 to 35 below zero.
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TO 6 PM CST
THURSDAY...
...WIND CHILL WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH
FRIDAY MORNING...
* WHAT...Blowing snow expected Thursday with near whiteout
conditions in rural areas. Dangerously cold wind chills Thursday
afternoon into Friday morning. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph
Thursday. Wind chills as low as 25 below zero Thursday afternoon
and up to 35 below zero Friday morning.
* WHERE...Portions of east central and northeast Iowa.
* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 8 AM to 6 PM CST
Thursday. For the Wind Chill Watch, from Thursday evening
through Friday morning.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Patchy blowing snow could significantly
reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the
morning or evening commute. The dangerously cold wind chills
could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10
minutes.

Counties: Clinton; Jackson; Scott

...Strong Winds Thursday Followed by Extremely Cold Wind Chills...
.A strong arctic front will sweep through the area Thursday. Winds
gusting up to 35 mph will create considerable blowing snow with
reduced visibilities. Near white out conditions are possible in
rural areas. The very strong winds combined with falling
temperatures will create wind chills of 15 to 25 below zero
Thursday afternoon.
Thursday night into Friday the winds will diminish but bitter cold
temperatures will settle across the area. Wind chills Thursday
night into Friday morning may be 25 to 35 below zero.
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 6 PM CST
THURSDAY...
...WIND CHILL WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH
FRIDAY MORNING...
* WHAT...Blowing snow expected Thursday with near whiteout
conditions in rural areas. Dangerously cold wind chills
Thursday afternoon into Friday morning. Winds gusting as high as
35 mph Thursday. Wind chills as low as 20 below zero Thursday
afternoon and up to 35 below zero Friday morning.
* WHERE...Portions of east central Iowa and northwest Illinois.
* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 11 AM to 6 PM CST
Thursday. For the Wind Chill Watch, from Thursday evening
through Friday morning.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Patchy blowing snow could significantly
reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the
morning or evening commute. The cold wind chills could cause
frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

Counties: Gallatin; Wabash; White

...The flood warning continues for the following rivers in
Illinois...Indiana...
Wabash River at New Harmony
.Runoff from heavy rainfall combined with melting snow will cause the
Wabash River at New Harmony to rise into minor flood stage. The river
is now expected to reach minor flood stage Friday evening and crest
near 17.9 feet Friday, February 1.
The Flood Warning continues for
the Wabash River at New Harmony.
* from Friday evening until further notice.
* At  1:30 PM Wednesday the stage was 13.9 feet.
* Flood Stage is 15.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is forecast.
* Forecast...Rise above flood stage by Friday before midnight and
continue to rise to near 17.9 feet by Friday, February 1.
* Impact...At 19.0 Feet...Harmonie State Park is closed. Surrounding
bottomland is flooded.
&&

Counties: Carroll; Jo Daviess; Rock Island; Stephenson; Whiteside

...Strong Winds Thursday Followed by Extremely Cold Wind Chills...
.A strong arctic front will sweep through the area Thursday. Winds
gusting up to 35 mph will create considerable blowing snow with
reduced visibilities. Near white out conditions are possible in
rural areas. The very strong winds combined with falling
temperatures will create wind chills of 15 to 25 below zero
Thursday afternoon.
Thursday night into Friday the winds will diminish but bitter cold
temperatures will settle across the area. Wind chills Thursday
night into Friday morning may be 25 to 35 below zero.
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 6 PM CST
THURSDAY...
...WIND CHILL WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH
FRIDAY MORNING...
* WHAT...Blowing snow expected Thursday with near whiteout
conditions in rural areas. Dangerously cold wind chills
Thursday afternoon into Friday morning. Winds gusting as high as
35 mph Thursday. Wind chills as low as 20 below zero Thursday
afternoon and up to 35 below zero Friday morning.
* WHERE...Portions of east central Iowa and northwest Illinois.
* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 11 AM to 6 PM CST
Thursday. For the Wind Chill Watch, from Thursday evening
through Friday morning.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Patchy blowing snow could significantly
reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the
morning or evening commute. The cold wind chills could cause
frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

Counties: Bureau; Hancock; Henderson; Henry; McDonough; Mercer; Putnam; Warren

...Strong Winds Thursday Followed by Extremely Cold Wind Chills...
.A strong arctic front will sweep through the area Thursday. Winds
gusting up to 35 mph will create considerable blowing snow with
reduced visibilities. Near white out conditions are possible in
rural areas. The very strong winds combined with falling
temperatures will create wind chills of 15 to 25 below zero
Thursday afternoon.
Thursday night into Friday the winds will diminish but bitter cold
temperatures will settle across the area. Wind chills Thursday
night into Friday morning may be 25 to 35 below zero.
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 6 PM CST
THURSDAY...
...WIND CHILL WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH
FRIDAY MORNING...
* WHAT...Blowing snow expected Thursday with near whiteout
conditions in rural areas. Dangerously cold wind chills Thursday
afternoon into Friday morning. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph
Thursday. Wind chills as low as 20 below zero Thursday afternoon and
up to 30 below zero Friday morning.
* WHERE...Portions of northeast Missouri, southeast Iowa and
north central, northwest and west central Illinois.
* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 11 AM to 6 PM CST
Thursday. For the Wind Chill Watch, from Thursday evening
through Friday morning.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Patchy blowing snow could significantly
reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the
morning or evening commute. The cold wind chills could cause
frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

Counties: Clay; Richland

...The Flood Warning continues for the following river in Illinois...
Little Wabash River below Clay City affecting Clay and Richland
Counties
.The following forecasts are based on observed precipitation, soil
moisture conditions, and forecast precipitation.
The Flood Warning continues for
The Little Wabash River below Clay City.
* Until further notice.
* At  145 PM Wednesday the stage was 20.2 feet.
* Flood stage is 18.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is occurring and Minor flooding is forecast.
* Forecast...The river will continue rising to near 20.8 feet by
Saturday morning then begin falling.
* Impact...At 22.0 feet...North Clay Road...1 mile east of the gage is
flooded.
&&
Fld  Observed         Forecast 6AM
Location          Stg  Stg  Day Time    Thu    Fri    Sat
Little Wabash River
Clay City         18  20.2 Wed 2 PM     MSG   20.4   20.5
&&

As snow continues to fall across most of Wisconsin, with total accumulations predicted between 5 to 10 inches and dangerous winds and temperatures to follow, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation urges motorists to take extra precautions if travel is necessary.

WisDOT’s 511wi.gov winter road condition map is showing most roads are snow covered and slippery ice-covered highways in northern Wisconsin. Hazardous conditions will continue and will impact the evening commute.

Preparation before winter travel:
 

•     Know the current road conditions, check 511wi.gov for the latest updates
•     Clear snow and ice from vehicles prior to traveling
•     Ensure full tank of gas and windshield washer fluid
•     Inform others about your route and expected travel time

Precautions while driving:
 

•     Drive for road conditions, slow down; posted speed limits are for ideal conditions
•     Increase following distance, leaving plenty of room for stoppin
•     Headlights on
•     Buckle up
•     Pay attention and limit distractions
•     Leave room for maintenance vehicles and plows, move over or slow down for stopped emergency vehicles
•     Be cautious on bridges, overpasses and entrance and exit ramps as they ice sooner than roadways
•     If you are in a crash, or in a run-off-the-road incident: stay in your vehicle; activate your vehicle’s hazard lights; and call 911

Caution around snowplows

WisDOT reminds motorists that it is illegal to follow a snowplow closer than 200 feet if the plow is engaged in snow and ice removal on highways with a posted speed limit of more than 35 mph. Most crashes involving snowplows and vehicles happen when a snowplow is rear ended or hit while being passed.

Motorists may legally pass a working snowplow but are advised to use extreme caution as road conditions could be worse ahead of the plow.

Dangerously cold air to impact road conditions

Snowplows were out working through the night and will continue through the day (1/23) to remove snow from roadways and provide ice control. Strong, gusty northwest winds of 15 to 25 mph, with gusts to 35 mph are forecasted for Thursday (1/24). Wind chills of -20 to -40 degrees are expected over the next few days. Extensive blowing and drifting of new snow across open and unsheltered areas will add additional travel hazards.

Wisconsin State Patrol responded to the following between 11 a.m. on 1/22 and 7 a.m. on 1/23:
 

•     96 – Motorist Assists
•     50 – Vehicle Runoffs
•     35 – Property Damage Crashes
•     3 – Personal Injury Crashes
•     13 – Unknown Injury Crashes
•     3 – Hit and Run

Additional winter resources:

    WisDOT Connector stories on living snow fence and winter maintenance
    Winter facts

Counties: Gallatin; Hardin

...The National Weather Service in Paducah, Kentucky has issued a
flood warning for the following rivers in Indiana...Kentucky and
Illinois...
Ohio River at Newburgh Dam...Mount Vernon...J.T. Myers Dam...
Shawneetown and Paducah
.Runoff from heavy rainfall and melting snow will cause widespread
minor flooding to develop along portions of the Ohio River. Most
locations are forecast to reach flood stage in the 48 hours, with
crests expected by the middle to end of next week.
The National Weather Service in Paducah, Kentucky has issued a
* Flood Warning for
the Ohio River at Shawneetown.
* from Thursday afternoon until further notice.
* At 10:30 AM Wednesday the stage was 31.1 feet.
* Flood Stage is 33.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is forecast.
* Forecast...Rise above flood stage by tomorrow early afternoon and
continue to rise to near 38.5 feet by Saturday, February 2.
&&

Counties: Massac; Pope

...The National Weather Service in Paducah, Kentucky has issued a
flood warning for the following rivers in Indiana...Kentucky and
Illinois...
Ohio River at Newburgh Dam...Mount Vernon...J.T. Myers Dam...
Shawneetown and Paducah
.Runoff from heavy rainfall and melting snow will cause widespread
minor flooding to develop along portions of the Ohio River. Most
locations are forecast to reach flood stage in the 48 hours, with
crests expected by the middle to end of next week.
The National Weather Service in Paducah, Kentucky has issued a
* Flood Warning for
the Ohio River at Paducah.
* from late Friday night until further notice.
* At 10:00 AM Wednesday the stage was 36.5 feet.
* Flood Stage is 39.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is forecast.
* Forecast...Rise above flood stage by early Saturday morning and
continue to rise to near 41.0 feet by Wednesday, January 30.
* Impact...At 43.0 Feet...Moderate flooding occurs affecting several
small unprotected towns.
&&

Counties: Lincoln

...The National Weather Service in St. Louis has issued a flood
warning for the following river in Missouri...
Cuivre River near
Troy
.This Flood Warning is a result of up to an inch of rainfall across
the basin yesterday and snow melt...
The National Weather Service in St. Louis has issued a
* Flood Warning for
The Cuivre River near Troy
* From this afternoon to Thursday evening.
* At 10:30 AM Wednesday the stage was 19.3 feet.
* Flood stage is 21.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is forecast.
* The river is forecast to rise above flood stage this afternoon
and crest near 21.7 feet by this evening.
* Impact:  At 22.0 feet...Right bank overflows.
* Impact:  At 21.0 feet...Flood Stage.  Left bank overflows.  Minor
flooding begins.
&&
Fld   Latest              6 a.m. Forecast
LOCATION           Stg  Obs Stg     01/24  01/25  01/26  01/27  01/28
Cuivre River
Troy            21.0   19.30      18.0   11.4    8.9    7.6    8.0
&&

Counties: Alexander; Pulaski

...The flood warning continues for the following rivers in
Illinois...Kentucky and Missouri...
Ohio River at Cairo
.Minor flooding continues along the Ohio River at Cairo. Water levels
continue to rise, and the river is forecast to crest near 45.0 feet
Tuesday.
The Flood Warning continues for
the Ohio River at Cairo
* until further notice.
* At 10:00 AM Wednesday the stage was 41.5 feet.
* Flood Stage is 40.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is occurring and Minor flooding is forecast.
* Forecast...The river will continue rising to near 45.0 feet by
Tuesday morning then begin falling.
&&

Counties: Fayette

...The flood warning continues for the following river in
Illinois...
Kaskaskia River at
Vandalia
.This Flood Warning is a result of 1.00-1.50 inches of rainfall
over the past 24 hours...
The Flood Warning continues for
The Kaskaskia River at Vandalia
* Until Sunday evening.
* At 10:00 AM Wednesday the stage was 18.2 feet.
* Flood stage is 18.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is forecast.
* The river is forecast to crest near 23.1 feet Friday afternoon.
* Impact:  At 23.0 feet...Agricultural levee begins to be slightly
overtopped.  No residences are affected at this level.
* Impact:  At 19.2 feet...State Highway J just east of County Road 206
begins to flood near this height.
&&
Fld   Latest              6 a.m. Forecast
LOCATION           Stg  Obs Stg     01/24  01/25  01/26  01/27  01/28
Kaskaskia River
Vandalia        18.0   18.20      21.7   22.7   22.9   20.3   15.9
&&

Counties: Clinton

...The flood warning continues for the following river in
Illinois...
Kaskaskia River at
Carlyle Tailwater
.This Flood Warning is a result of releases from Carlyle Lake...
The Flood Warning continues for
The Kaskaskia River at Carlyle Tailwater
* Until Sunday morning.
* At 10:00 AM Wednesday the stage was 424.9 feet.
* Flood stage is 423.5 feet.
* Minor flooding is forecast.
* The river is forecast to fall back below flood stage Sunday morning.
&&
Fld   Latest              6 a.m. Forecast
LOCATION           Stg  Obs Stg     01/24  01/25  01/26  01/27  01/28
Kaskaskia River
Carlyle TW     423.5   424.93     424.9  424.9  424.6  424.2  422.9
&&

Counties: Lee

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in
Illinois...
Rock River at Dixon affecting Lee County
.Synopsis...Ice jam between Dixon and Sterling continues to elevate
stages at Dixon. With cold temperatures continuing over the next few days
the ice jam is likely to remain a concern. Fluctuations in river stages
of several feet in a short amount of time are possible.
The Flood Warning continues for
The Rock River at Dixon, or from Near Oregon downstream to Lee
County line..
* until Friday morning.
* At  915 AM Wednesday the stage was 16.3 feet.
* Flood stage is 16.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is occurring and Minor flooding is forecast.
* Forecast...The river will continue to fluctuate near 16.3 feet. The river will fall     below flood stage by early Friday morning.
* Impact...At 16.0 feet...N Canal Drive threatened in Woodland Shores.
Water overflows low-lying banks along west First Street in Dixon.
Residential property threatened near Sherman Avenue and River
Street in Dixon. At 16.5 feet...Numerous sections of Page Drive inundated
along the river. Lower Fawn Ridge Road inundated near boat docks in
Lowell Park. Flooding of unimproved land on Riverside Drive in
White Oaks. Colony Road is threatened north of Dixon.
&&

Counties: Wabash

...A Flood Warning continues for portions of the following waterways
in Indiana...
East Fork White River...Wabash River...White River...Wildcat
Creek...
.A winter storm brought a combination of rain and snow across much
of central Indiana on Saturday.  This combined with an inch to inch
and a half that fell across central Indiana today is leading to
rivers and streams to rapidly rise.  Widespread minor flooding will
begin along smaller streams later today and main stem rivers later
this week.
The East Fork White River will rise above flood stage near Seymour
and Rivervale later today and will continue to rise along points
upstream and downstream.
The White River is expected to flood along the lower reaches of the
river starting late this week and spreading downstream through the
weekend.
The Wabash River between Lafayette and Riverton will rapidly rise
into flood stage over the course of the week and will slowly rise at
points downstream.
Flooding will affect some local and state roads, agricultural
land, and some river parks and/or cabins.
Precautionary/Preparedness Actions...
Motorists should never drive into flood water. Turn around and go
another way. Keep children away from flooded areas. Recreational and
agricultural interests should remain alert to changing river
conditions.
For detailed flood information go to weather.gov/ind on the web and
click on rivers and lakes.
The Flood Warning continues for
The White River at Hazleton.
* until further notice.
* There have been no observations in the last 24 hours.
* Flood stage is 16.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is forecast.
* Forecast...It is forecast to crest at 21.3 feet Tuesday afternoon.
* At 22.0 feet...In agricultural season, extensive flooding of
bottomlands and some of the higher bottomlands is in progress.
High water surrounds Residents in river cabins.  Oil fields and
local roads flood.
&&

Counties: Crawford; Lawrence

...A Flood Warning continues for portions of the following waterways
in Indiana...
East Fork White River...Wabash River...White River...Wildcat
Creek...
.A winter storm brought a combination of rain and snow across much
of central Indiana on Saturday.  This combined with an inch to inch
and a half that fell across central Indiana today is leading to
rivers and streams to rapidly rise.  Widespread minor flooding will
begin along smaller streams later today and main stem rivers later
this week.
The East Fork White River will rise above flood stage near Seymour
and Rivervale later today and will continue to rise along points
upstream and downstream.
The White River is expected to flood along the lower reaches of the
river starting late this week and spreading downstream through the
weekend.
The Wabash River between Lafayette and Riverton will rapidly rise
into flood stage over the course of the week and will slowly rise at
points downstream.
Flooding will affect some local and state roads, agricultural
land, and some river parks and/or cabins.
Precautionary/Preparedness Actions...
Motorists should never drive into flood water. Turn around and go
another way. Keep children away from flooded areas. Recreational and
agricultural interests should remain alert to changing river
conditions.
For detailed flood information go to weather.gov/ind on the web and
click on rivers and lakes.
The Flood Warning continues for
The Wabash River at Riverton.
* from Thursday morning to Saturday February 02.
* At 10:00 AM Wednesday the stage was 9.9 feet.
* Flood stage is 15.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is forecast.
* Forecast...Rise above flood stage by Thursday morning and continue
to rise to near 19.4 feet by Tuesday evening.  It will fall below
flood stage by Friday February 01.
* At 20.0 feet...Extensive flooding is in progress.  Higher rural
roads begin to flood.  High water isolates many river cabins.  Seep
water becomes a problem.
&&

Counties: Edwards; Gallatin; Wabash; White

...A Flood Warning continues for portions of the following waterways
in Indiana...
East Fork White River...Wabash River...White River...Wildcat
Creek...
.A winter storm brought a combination of rain and snow across much
of central Indiana on Saturday.  This combined with an inch to inch
and a half that fell across central Indiana today is leading to
rivers and streams to rapidly rise.  Widespread minor flooding will
begin along smaller streams later today and main stem rivers later
this week.
The East Fork White River will rise above flood stage near Seymour
and Rivervale later today and will continue to rise along points
upstream and downstream.
The White River is expected to flood along the lower reaches of the
river starting late this week and spreading downstream through the
weekend.
The Wabash River between Lafayette and Riverton will rapidly rise
into flood stage over the course of the week and will slowly rise at
points downstream.
Flooding will affect some local and state roads, agricultural
land, and some river parks and/or cabins.
Precautionary/Preparedness Actions...
Motorists should never drive into flood water. Turn around and go
another way. Keep children away from flooded areas. Recreational and
agricultural interests should remain alert to changing river
conditions.
For detailed flood information go to weather.gov/ind on the web and
click on rivers and lakes.
The Flood Warning continues for
The Wabash River at Mount Carmel.
* from Thursday evening until further notice.
* At  8:45 AM Wednesday the stage was 16.7 feet.
* Flood stage is 19.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is forecast.
* Forecast...Rise above flood stage by Thursday evening and continue
to rise to near 22.8 feet by Thursday January 31.
* At 22.9 feet...Water begins to flow over River Road just north of
Fifth Street in the Mount Carmel area.
&&

Counties: Clark; Crawford

...A Flood Warning continues for portions of the following waterways
in Indiana...
East Fork White River...Wabash River...White River...Wildcat
Creek...
.A winter storm brought a combination of rain and snow across much
of central Indiana on Saturday.  This combined with an inch to inch
and a half that fell across central Indiana today is leading to
rivers and streams to rapidly rise.  Widespread minor flooding will
begin along smaller streams later today and main stem rivers later
this week.
The East Fork White River will rise above flood stage near Seymour
and Rivervale later today and will continue to rise along points
upstream and downstream.
The White River is expected to flood along the lower reaches of the
river starting late this week and spreading downstream through the
weekend.
The Wabash River between Lafayette and Riverton will rapidly rise
into flood stage over the course of the week and will slowly rise at
points downstream.
Flooding will affect some local and state roads, agricultural
land, and some river parks and/or cabins.
Precautionary/Preparedness Actions...
Motorists should never drive into flood water. Turn around and go
another way. Keep children away from flooded areas. Recreational and
agricultural interests should remain alert to changing river
conditions.
For detailed flood information go to weather.gov/ind on the web and
click on rivers and lakes.
The Flood Warning continues for
The Wabash River at Terre Haute.
* from late tonight to Thursday January 31.
* At 10:30 AM Wednesday the stage was 9.8 feet. This is 2.0 to 2.5
feet higher than the observations from the old legacy gauge.
* Flood stage is 16.5 feet. This is 2.5 feet higher than flood stage
from the old legacy gauge.
* Minor flooding is forecast.
* Forecast...Rise above flood stage by late tonight and continue to
rise to near 21.3 feet by Sunday afternoon.  It will fall below
flood stage by Wednesday January 30.
* At 21.5 feet...All of the area on the west side of the Wabash River
is flooded from Sugar Creek to U.S. 40 and I-70.  South Lake
becomes part of the wetland project.
&&

Counties: Wabash

...A Flood Warning continues for portions of the following waterways
in Indiana...
East Fork White River...Wabash River...White River...Wildcat
Creek...
.A winter storm brought a combination of rain and snow across much
of central Indiana on Saturday.  This combined with an inch to inch
and a half that fell across central Indiana today is leading to
rivers and streams to rapidly rise.  Widespread minor flooding will
begin along smaller streams later today and main stem rivers later
this week.
The East Fork White River will rise above flood stage near Seymour
and Rivervale later today and will continue to rise along points
upstream and downstream.
The White River is expected to flood along the lower reaches of the
river starting late this week and spreading downstream through the
weekend.
The Wabash River between Lafayette and Riverton will rapidly rise
into flood stage over the course of the week and will slowly rise at
points downstream.
Flooding will affect some local and state roads, agricultural
land, and some river parks and/or cabins.
Precautionary/Preparedness Actions...
Motorists should never drive into flood water. Turn around and go
another way. Keep children away from flooded areas. Recreational and
agricultural interests should remain alert to changing river
conditions.
For detailed flood information go to weather.gov/ind on the web and
click on rivers and lakes.
The Flood Warning continues for
The White River at Petersburg.
* until Saturday February 02.
* At 10:30 AM Wednesday the stage was 17.6 feet.
* Flood stage is 16.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is occurring and Minor flooding is forecast.
* Forecast...It will rise to near 20.7 feet by Tuesday afternoon then
begin falling. It will fall below flood stage Friday February 01.
* At 20.9 feet...During June 2010 State Road 257 south of Washington
began to flood at this crest level at Petersburg after Shoals
crested at 18.19 feet.  About a week later Petersburg crested at
21.34 feet...about one half foot higher...but the water did not
reach State Road 257 after Shoals crested at 15.59 feet...about 2.5
feet lower.  Lost River did not contribute much water during this
June flood and locally it was not extremely wet.
&&

Counties: Crawford; Lawrence

...A Flood Warning continues for portions of the following waterways
in Indiana...
East Fork White River...Wabash River...White River...Wildcat
Creek...
.A winter storm brought a combination of rain and snow across much
of central Indiana on Saturday.  This combined with an inch to inch
and a half that fell across central Indiana today is leading to
rivers and streams to rapidly rise.  Widespread minor flooding will
begin along smaller streams later today and main stem rivers later
this week.
The East Fork White River will rise above flood stage near Seymour
and Rivervale later today and will continue to rise along points
upstream and downstream.
The White River is expected to flood along the lower reaches of the
river starting late this week and spreading downstream through the
weekend.
The Wabash River between Lafayette and Riverton will rapidly rise
into flood stage over the course of the week and will slowly rise at
points downstream.
Flooding will affect some local and state roads, agricultural
land, and some river parks and/or cabins.
Precautionary/Preparedness Actions...
Motorists should never drive into flood water. Turn around and go
another way. Keep children away from flooded areas. Recreational and
agricultural interests should remain alert to changing river
conditions.
For detailed flood information go to weather.gov/ind on the web and
click on rivers and lakes.
The Flood Warning continues for
The Wabash River at Hutsonville Legacy Power Plant Site.
* from Thursday morning to Saturday February 02.
* There have been no observations in the last 24 hours.
* Flood stage is 16.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is forecast.
* Forecast...It is forecast to rise above flood stage Thursday
morning, crest at 20.6 feet Tuesday morning, and then fall below
flood stage by Friday February 01.
* At 20.0 feet...Leaverton Park in Palestine and park in Hutsonville
begin to flood.  Agricultural flooding spreads to higher land.
Seep water is noticeable behind levees.  Some elevated river
cottages are surrounded by water.  Several county or township roads
east of Lincoln Heritage Trail between Palestine and Hutsonville in
Crawford County Illinois are impassable.
&&

Counties: Jackson

...The National Weather Service in Paducah, Kentucky has issued a
flood warning for the following rivers in Illinois...
Big Muddy River near Plumfield affecting Franklin and Williamson
Counties
Big Muddy River near Murphysboro affecting Jackson County
.Runoff from heavy rainfall and melting snow will cause the Big Muddy
River near Plumfield and Murphysboro to rise into minor flood stage.
At Plumfield, the river will rise above flood stage Thursday evening
and crest near 22.0 feet Monday. At Murphysboro, the river will reach
flood stage tonight and crest near 24.6 feet Sunday.
The National Weather Service in Paducah, Kentucky has issued a
* Flood Warning for
the Big Muddy River near Murphysboro.
* from this evening until further notice.
* At  8:30 AM Wednesday the stage was 20.4 feet.
* Flood Stage is 22.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is forecast.
* Forecast...Rise above flood stage by tonight and continue to rise
to near 24.6 feet by early Sunday morning.
* Impact...At 24.0 Feet...Some minor flooding in S 3rd & Division /
Plum Street area.
&&

Counties: Franklin; Williamson

...The National Weather Service in Paducah, Kentucky has issued a
flood warning for the following rivers in Illinois...
Big Muddy River near Plumfield affecting Franklin and Williamson
Counties
Big Muddy River near Murphysboro affecting Jackson County
.Runoff from heavy rainfall and melting snow will cause the Big Muddy
River near Plumfield and Murphysboro to rise into minor flood stage.
At Plumfield, the river will rise above flood stage Thursday evening
and crest near 22.0 feet Monday. At Murphysboro, the river will reach
flood stage tonight and crest near 24.6 feet Sunday.
The National Weather Service in Paducah, Kentucky has issued a
* Flood Warning for
the Big Muddy River near Plumfield.
* from Thursday evening to Monday evening.
* At  8:30 AM Wednesday the stage was 18.0 feet.
* Flood Stage is 20.0 feet.
* Minor flooding is forecast.
* Forecast...Rise above flood stage by tomorrow evening and continue
to rise to near 22.0 feet by Saturday morning. the river will fall
below flood stage by Monday early afternoon.
* Impact...At 20.0 Feet...Minor flooding occurs affecting mainly
bottomland and surrounding low lying areas.
&&

Drivers urged to reduce speed, be alert for plows and emergency vehicles

The Illinois Tollway has mobilized its full fleet of 196 snowplows in response to freezing rain and snow that is expected to slow rush hour travel as it continues falling overnight and into Wednesday, creating slippery pavement conditions in some areas that could affect drivers during their Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning commutes. The Tollway’s Snow Operation Center will remain open through the storm to manage the agency’s systemwide response.

 “Our trucks are salting the pavement to prevent ice from forming but conditions may vary as the storm moves through the area, so we ask drivers to please slow down and be alert,” said Illinois Tollway Executive Director Liz Gorman. “We are reminding everyone to allow extra time to complete their trips and give snowplows and emergency vehicles the extra room they need to safely do their work.”

 Drivers can receive real-time information on pavement conditions and roadway incidents by signing up for Tollway Trip Tweets at twitter.com from the Tollway’s website at illinoistollway.com.

 The roadway reports will be updated by the Tollway frequently during the storm as pavement conditions change to better assist customers in planning their trips. Tweeters can follow all five Tollway Trips or just the roadways that interest them.

 The five are: @94_294_Tollway, @I_90_Tollway, @I_88_Tollway, @I_355_Tollway and @IL_390_Tollway.

 To respond to this weather event, the Illinois Tollway has a full complement of more than 200 staff and supervisors working per shift to ensure that roadways are kept clear of snow and ice. 

 During heavy snowfall, snowplows often work in tandem to remove as much ice, slush and snow as possible from all lanes at once. When it is safe to pass, the plows spread out and allow traffic to flow around them. 

 The Tollway and other Illinois transportation and safety agencies also have launched the Give Them Distance campaign to remind drivers to slow down and change lanes safely when they see any stopped vehicle with flashing emergency or hazard lights. Drivers can visit www.GiveThemDistance.com for more information on this safe-driving initiative.

 Tollway Travel Tips

The Tollway offers the following tips for winter weather events:

·        Slow down and leave enough time to reach your destination.

·        Do not make sudden lane changes and always use your turn signal.

·        Don't follow too closely and increase your intervals between vehicles.

·        Reduce speed in cash lanes at toll plazas.

·        Remember to always wear your safety belt and ensure children under the age of 8 are securely restrained in child safety seats.

·        Drop It and Drive. Don't text or use a hand-held cellphone while driving. Both are illegal.

·        Need Help? Dial *999.  If your vehicle becomes disabled, park safely on the shoulder, raise your hood and remain in your vehicle.  Dial *999 and assistance will be dispatched to your location.

·        More information about safe winter driving is available at illinoistollway.com

Counties: Adams; Brown; Pike

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THURSDAY TO 9 AM CST
FRIDAY...
* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as
low as 20 below zero expected.
* WHERE...Portions of northeast Missouri and west central
Illinois.
* WHEN...From 9 PM Thursday to 9 AM CST Friday.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The cold wind chills could cause
frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

Counties: Black Hawk; Bremer; Butler; Franklin; Grundy; Hamilton; Hardin; Humboldt; Jasper; Mahaska; Marshall; Poweshiek; Story; Tama; Wright

...Strong, Gusty Winds Creating Blowing Snow Later Tonight Through
Late Thursday And Very Cold Wind Chills Developing on Thursday...
.An arctic front will drop through the state tonight with strong,
gusty winds from the northwest developing behind this front. Winds
will be sustained at 20 to 30 mph with gusts over 35 mph common.
Over northern Iowa, wind gusts may approach 45 mph. Light snow or
flurries will accompany this front and with these strong winds,
areas of blowing snow are expected significantly reducing
visibility, especially in rural areas. In addition, already fallen
snow will continue to be lofted and blown even after the falling
snow ends. Temperatures will fall through the day and combined
with the winds will create very low wind chills of 20 to 35 below
zero over much of Iowa by later Thursday into Friday morning.
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 6 PM CST
THURSDAY...
...WIND CHILL WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH
FRIDAY MORNING...
* WHAT...Blowing snow expected. Dangerously cold wind chills
possible. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. Wind chills as low
as 35 below zero possible.
* WHERE...Central Iowa.
* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 5 AM to 6 PM CST
Thursday. For the Wind Chill Watch, from Thursday evening
through Friday morning.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of
blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The
hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. The
dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed
skin in as little as 10 minutes.

Counties: Adair; Audubon; Boone; Cass; Dallas; Greene; Guthrie; Madison; Marion; Polk; Warren

...Strong, Gusty Winds Creating Blowing Snow Later Tonight Through
Late Thursday And Very Cold Wind Chills Developing on Thursday...
.An arctic front will drop through the state tonight with strong,
gusty winds from the northwest developing behind this front. Winds
will be sustained at 20 to 30 mph with gusts over 35 mph common.
Over northern Iowa, wind gusts may approach 45 mph. Light snow or
flurries will accompany this front and with these strong winds,
areas of blowing snow are expected significantly reducing
visibility, especially in rural areas. In addition, already fallen
snow will continue to be lofted and blown even after the falling
snow ends. Temperatures will fall through the day and combined
with the winds will create very low wind chills of 20 to 35 below
zero over much of Iowa by later Thursday into Friday morning.
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 6 PM CST
THURSDAY...
...WIND CHILL ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THURSDAY TO 9 AM CST
FRIDAY...
* WHAT...Blowing snow and very cold wind chills expected. Winds
gusting as high as 40 mph. Wind chills as low as 30 below zero
expected.
* WHERE...Central Iowa.
* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 5 AM to 6 PM CST
Thursday. For the Wind Chill Advisory, from 6 PM Thursday to 9
AM CST Friday.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy
blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility and create
hazardous travel conditions for the morning commute. The cold
wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little
as 30 minutes.

Counties: Adair; Audubon; Boone; Cass; Dallas; Greene; Guthrie; Madison; Marion; Polk; Warren

...Strong, Gusty Winds Creating Blowing Snow Later Tonight Through
Late Thursday And Very Cold Wind Chills Developing on Thursday...
.An arctic front will drop through the state tonight with strong,
gusty winds from the northwest developing behind this front. Winds
will be sustained at 20 to 30 mph with gusts over 35 mph common.
Over northern Iowa, wind gusts may approach 45 mph. Light snow or
flurries will accompany this front and with these strong winds,
areas of blowing snow are expected significantly reducing
visibility, especially in rural areas. In addition, already fallen
snow will continue to be lofted and blown even after the falling
snow ends. Temperatures will fall through the day and combined
with the winds will create very low wind chills of 20 to 35 below
zero over much of Iowa by later Thursday into Friday morning.
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 6 PM CST
THURSDAY...
...WIND CHILL ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THURSDAY TO 9 AM CST
FRIDAY...
* WHAT...Blowing snow and very cold wind chills expected. Winds
gusting as high as 40 mph. Wind chills as low as 30 below zero
expected.
* WHERE...Central Iowa.
* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 5 AM to 6 PM CST
Thursday. For the Wind Chill Advisory, from 6 PM Thursday to 9
AM CST Friday.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy
blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility and create
hazardous travel conditions for the morning commute. The cold
wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little
as 30 minutes.

Counties: Blue Earth; Brown; Faribault; Martin; Nicollet; Redwood; Renville; Sibley; Watonwan

...GROUND BLIZZARD POSSIBLE TONIGHT THROUGH THURSDAY MORNING...
.A Blizzard Warning is in effect for western and southern Minnesota
tonight through Thursday morning, with very dangerous travel
conditions expected to develop overnight. Strong northwest winds
with gusts of 35 to 45 mph will develop behind an arctic front
late tonight across western Minnesota, moving through southern
Minnesota as the morning progresses. With a deep snowpack in place
and a few inches of recently fallen snow, widespread blowing snow
with whiteout conditions appears likely across portions of western
and southern Minnesota.
Further east into central and southeastern Minnesota, winds are
forecast to be lighter with less fresh snow to potentially blow
around. A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect for these areas
Thursday, where blowing snow may lead to limited visibility and
hazardous travel conditions.
In addition to blowing snow, the gusty winds and plummeting
temperatures will result in dangerously wind chill values of -25
to -30 degrees developing through the day on Thursday, and
continuing through Friday morning.
...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 9 AM CST
THURSDAY...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 6 PM CST
THURSDAY...
* WHAT...Blizzard conditions and blowing snow expected. Winds
gusting as high as 45 mph. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.
* WHERE...Portions of central, south central and southwest
Minnesota.
* WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, from midnight tonight to 9 AM
CST Thursday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 9 AM to 6
PM CST Thursday.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas of blowing snow could significantly
reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the
morning or evening commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree
branches. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 35 below
zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10
minutes.

Counties: McLeod; Meeker; Stearns; Todd

...GROUND BLIZZARD POSSIBLE TONIGHT THROUGH THURSDAY MORNING...
.A Blizzard Warning is in effect for western and southern Minnesota
tonight through Thursday morning, with very dangerous travel
conditions expected to develop overnight. Strong northwest winds
with gusts of 35 to 45 mph will develop behind an arctic front
late tonight across western Minnesota, moving through southern
Minnesota as the morning progresses. With a deep snowpack in place
and a few inches of recently fallen snow, widespread blowing snow
with whiteout conditions appears likely across portions of western
and southern Minnesota.
Further east into central and southeastern Minnesota, winds are
forecast to be lighter with less fresh snow to potentially blow
around. A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect for these areas
Thursday, where blowing snow may lead to limited visibility and
hazardous travel conditions.
In addition to blowing snow, the gusty winds and plummeting
temperatures will result in dangerously wind chill values of -25
to -30 degrees developing through the day on Thursday, and
continuing through Friday morning.
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO
3 PM CST THURSDAY...
* WHAT...Blowing snow expected. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.
* WHERE...Todd, Stearns, Meeker and McLeod Counties.
* WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to 3 PM CST Thursday.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Patchy blowing snow could significantly
reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the
morning commute. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 40
below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little
as 10 minutes.

Counties: Dodge; Fillmore; Mower; Olmsted; Wabasha; Winona

...Areas of Blowing and Drifting Snow and Bitterly Cold Wind
Chills Thursday...
.Strong northwest winds of 15 to 25 mph with gusts to 35 mph will
produce areas of blowing and drifting snow late tonight and
Thursday. In addition, much colder conditions move in on Thursday
with wind chill values of 20 to 35 below zero, coldest during the
afternoon. Frostbite can occur in 10 to 30 minutes to exposed
skin in these cold conditions.
The bitter cold will continue Thursday night into Friday morning
with wind chill values of 20 to 35 below zero expected across the
entire area.
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 6 PM CST
THURSDAY...
* WHAT...Northwest winds of 15 to 25 mph with gusts to 35 mph,
creating areas of blowing and drifting snow. Wind chills of 20 to
35 below zero, coldest Thursday afternoon.
* WHERE...Northeast Iowa and southeast Minnesota.
* WHEN...From 4 AM to 6 PM CST Thursday.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of
blowing snow could reduce visibility. Expect impacts to the
morning commute. Wind chills of 20 to 35 below zero could cause
frostbite on exposed skin in 10 to 30 minutes. Cover exposed
skin, dress in layers, and be sure to wear a hat and gloves if
you must venture outdoors.

Counties: Benton; Jasper; Lake; Newton; Porter

...Dangerously Cold Wind Chills Possible Thursday night into
Friday Morning...
...WIND CHILL ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM CST /7 PM EST/
THURSDAY TO NOON CST /1 PM EST/ FRIDAY...
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as low as
25 below zero expected.
* WHERE...Portions of and northwest Indiana and central, east
central and northeast Illinois.
* WHEN...From 6 PM CST /7 PM EST/ Thursday to noon CST /1 PM
EST/ Friday.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The cold wind chills could cause
frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

Counties: Cass; Champaign; Christian; Coles; De Witt; Douglas; Edgar; Fulton; Knox; Logan; Macon; Marshall; Mason; McLean; Menard; Morgan; Moultrie; Peoria; Piatt; Sangamon; Schuyler; Scott; Shelby; Stark; Tazewell; Vermilion; Woodford

...BITTER COLD WIND CHILLS EXPECTED...
...WIND CHILL ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THURSDAY TO NOON CST
FRIDAY...
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills expected. Wind chills from 15 to 25
below zero expected.
* WHERE...Portions of central, east central and west central
Illinois.
* WHEN...From 6 PM Thursday to noon CST Friday.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The cold wind chills could cause
frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

Counties: Cook; DuPage; Ford; Grundy; Iroquois; Kankakee; Livingston; Will

...Dangerously Cold Wind Chills Possible Thursday night into
Friday Morning...
...WIND CHILL ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM CST /7 PM EST/
THURSDAY TO NOON CST /1 PM EST/ FRIDAY...
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as low as
25 below zero expected.
* WHERE...Portions of and northwest Indiana and central, east
central and northeast Illinois.
* WHEN...From 6 PM CST /7 PM EST/ Thursday to noon CST /1 PM
EST/ Friday.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The cold wind chills could cause
frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

Counties: Chippewa; Douglas; Lac Qui Parle; Pope; Stevens; Swift; Yellow Medicine

...GROUND BLIZZARD POSSIBLE TONIGHT THROUGH THURSDAY MORNING...
.A Blizzard Warning is in effect for western and southern Minnesota
tonight through Thursday morning, with very dangerous travel
conditions expected to develop overnight. Strong northwest winds
with gusts of 35 to 45 mph will develop behind an arctic front
late tonight across western Minnesota, moving through southern
Minnesota as the morning progresses. With a deep snowpack in place
and a few inches of recently fallen snow, widespread blowing snow
with whiteout conditions appears likely across portions of western
and southern Minnesota.
Further east into central and southeastern Minnesota, winds are
forecast to be lighter with less fresh snow to potentially blow
around. A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect for these areas
Thursday, where blowing snow may lead to limited visibility and
hazardous travel conditions.
In addition to blowing snow, the gusty winds and plummeting
temperatures will result in dangerously wind chill values of -25
to -30 degrees developing through the day on Thursday, and
continuing through Friday morning.
...BLIZZARD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO 9 AM
CST THURSDAY...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 3 PM CST
THURSDAY...
* WHAT...Blizzard conditions and blowing snow expected. Winds
gusting as high as 45 mph. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.
* WHERE...Portions of west central Minnesota.
* WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, from 9 PM this evening to 9
AM CST Thursday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 9 AM to
3 PM CST Thursday.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas of blowing snow could significantly
reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the
morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 35 below zero could
cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

Counties: Carroll; Jo Daviess; Rock Island; Stephenson; Whiteside

...Strong Winds Thursday Followed by Extremely Cold Wind Chills...
.A strong arctic front will sweep through the area Thursday. Winds
gusting up to 35 mph will create considerable blowing snow with
reduced visibilities. Near white out conditions are possible in
rural areas. The very strong winds combined with falling
temperatures will create wind chills of 15 to 25 below zero
Thursday afternoon.
Thursday night into Friday the winds will diminish but bitter cold
temperatures will settle across the area. Wind chills Thursday
night into Friday morning may be 25 to 35 below zero.
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 6 PM CST
THURSDAY...
...WIND CHILL WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH
FRIDAY MORNING...
* WHAT...Blowing snow expected Thursday with near whiteout
conditions in rural areas. Dangerously cold wind chills
Thursday afternoon into Friday morning. Winds gusting as high as
35 mph Thursday. Wind chills as low as 20 below zero Thursday
afternoon and up to 35 below zero Friday morning.
* WHERE...Portions of east central Iowa and northwest Illinois.
* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 11 AM to 6 PM CST
Thursday. For the Wind Chill Watch, from Thursday evening
through Friday morning.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Patchy blowing snow could significantly
reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the
morning or evening commute. The cold wind chills could cause
frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

Counties: Bureau; Hancock; Henderson; Henry; McDonough; Mercer; Putnam; Warren

...Strong Winds Thursday Followed by Extremely Cold Wind Chills...
.A strong arctic front will sweep through the area Thursday. Winds
gusting up to 35 mph will create considerable blowing snow with
reduced visibilities. Near white out conditions are possible in
rural areas. The very strong winds combined with falling
temperatures will create wind chills of 15 to 25 below zero
Thursday afternoon.
Thursday night into Friday the winds will diminish but bitter cold
temperatures will settle across the area. Wind chills Thursday
night into Friday morning may be 25 to 35 below zero.
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 6 PM CST
THURSDAY...
...WIND CHILL WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH
FRIDAY MORNING...
* WHAT...Blowing snow expected Thursday with near whiteout
conditions in rural areas. Dangerously cold wind chills Thursday
afternoon into Friday morning. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph
Thursday. Wind chills as low as 20 below zero Thursday afternoon and
up to 30 below zero Friday morning.
* WHERE...Portions of northeast Missouri, southeast Iowa and
north central, northwest and west central Illinois.
* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 11 AM to 6 PM CST
Thursday. For the Wind Chill Watch, from Thursday evening
through Friday morning.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Patchy blowing snow could significantly
reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the
morning or evening commute. The cold wind chills could cause
frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

Counties: East Becker; East Polk; Mahnomen; Pennington; Red Lake; South Clearwater; West Becker

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS
EVENING TO NOON CST THURSDAY...
* WHAT...Light snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow
accumulations of up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 45
mph.
* WHERE...Portions of northwest Minnesota.
* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to noon CST Thursday.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas of blowing snow will reduce the
visibility at times. The hazardous conditions will impact the
Wednesday evening and Thursday morning commutes. The
dangerously cold wind chills as low as 45 below zero could
cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

Counties: Clinton; Jackson; Scott

...Strong Winds Thursday Followed by Extremely Cold Wind Chills...
.A strong arctic front will sweep through the area Thursday. Winds
gusting up to 35 mph will create considerable blowing snow with
reduced visibilities. Near white out conditions are possible in
rural areas. The very strong winds combined with falling
temperatures will create wind chills of 15 to 25 below zero
Thursday afternoon.
Thursday night into Friday the winds will diminish but bitter cold
temperatures will settle across the area. Wind chills Thursday
night into Friday morning may be 25 to 35 below zero.
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 6 PM CST
THURSDAY...
...WIND CHILL WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH
FRIDAY MORNING...
* WHAT...Blowing snow expected Thursday with near whiteout
conditions in rural areas. Dangerously cold wind chills
Thursday afternoon into Friday morning. Winds gusting as high as
35 mph Thursday. Wind chills as low as 20 below zero Thursday
afternoon and up to 35 below zero Friday morning.
* WHERE...Portions of east central Iowa and northwest Illinois.
* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 11 AM to 6 PM CST
Thursday. For the Wind Chill Watch, from Thursday evening
through Friday morning.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Patchy blowing snow could significantly
reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the
morning or evening commute. The cold wind chills could cause
frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

Counties: Benton; Buchanan; Cedar; Delaware; Dubuque; Iowa; Johnson; Jones; Linn; Muscatine

...Strong Winds Thursday Followed by Extremely Cold Wind Chills...
.A strong arctic front will sweep through the area Thursday. Winds
gusting up to 35 mph will create considerable blowing snow with
reduced visibilities. Near white out conditions are possible in
rural areas. The very strong winds combined with falling
temperatures will create wind chills of 15 to 25 below zero
Thursday afternoon.
Thursday night into Friday the winds will diminish but bitter cold
temperatures will settle across the area. Wind chills Thursday
night into Friday morning may be 25 to 35 below zero.
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TO 6 PM CST
THURSDAY...
...WIND CHILL WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH
FRIDAY MORNING...
* WHAT...Blowing snow expected Thursday with near whiteout
conditions in rural areas. Dangerously cold wind chills Thursday
afternoon into Friday morning. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph
Thursday. Wind chills as low as 25 below zero Thursday afternoon
and up to 35 below zero Friday morning.
* WHERE...Portions of east central and northeast Iowa.
* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 8 AM to 6 PM CST
Thursday. For the Wind Chill Watch, from Thursday evening
through Friday morning.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Patchy blowing snow could significantly
reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the
morning or evening commute. The dangerously cold wind chills
could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10
minutes.

Counties: Allegan; Barry; Kalamazoo; Kent; Lake; Mason; Mecosta; Muskegon; Newaygo; Oceana; Osceola; Ottawa; Van Buren

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON THURSDAY TO 7 PM
EST FRIDAY...
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of up to 5
inches expected.  There could be blowing snow at times as well.
* WHERE...Portions of central, southwest and west central
Michigan.
* WHEN...From noon Thursday to 7 PM EST Friday.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The
hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening
commutes.

Counties: Berrien; Cass

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THURSDAY TO 10 AM
EST FRIDAY...
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 3 inches
expected. Gusty west winds of 15 to 25 mph will lead to patchy blowing
snow.
* WHERE...Berrien and Cass MI Counties.
* WHEN...From 1 PM Thursday to 10 AM EST Friday.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The
hazardous conditions could impact the morning and evening
commutes.

Counties: Alexander; Edwards; Franklin; Gallatin; Hamilton; Hardin; Jackson; Jefferson; Johnson; Massac; Perry; Pope; Pulaski; Saline; Union; Wabash; Wayne; White; Williamson

...Black Ice still a concern for the Quad State region late this
afternoon and tonight...
As the rain moves east across the Quad State region early this
afternoon, some very light snow flurries or brief sleet and
freezing drizzle may occur over extreme southeast Illinois,
southwest Indiana and parts of west Kentucky, generally east of
the Land between the Lakes.
Any light wintry mix should last less than two hours at any one
location. Little, if any accumulation is expected at all.
Temperatures will still be at or above freezing by the time most
of the measurable rainfall moves out of the area. This rain will
also keep road surfaces above freezing for several hours.
The gusty winds will help to dry off most of the road surfaces
this afternoon, but some locations may still remain wet closer to
sunset.
If you are planning travel along and west of Interstate 57 in
Illinois and Interstate 55 in southeast Missouri between 4 pm and
7 pm today, some road surfaces that still have water on them may
develop a layer of black ice.
If you are planning travel east of Interstate 57 and Interstate 24
in southern Illinois and west Kentucky, black ice may develop
between 7 pm and 11 pm on roads that remain west.
For those in traveling in southwest Indiana and the Pennyrile
region of west Kentucky, black ice could develop as early as 11 pm
tonight.
As temperatures dip down into the 20s overnight, any roads still
wet will likely develop a layer of black ice. Please use caution
while driving for your morning commute on Thursday and allow
extra time to reach your destination.

Counties: Boone; Cook; De Kalb; DuPage; Grundy; Kane; Kankakee; Kendall; La Salle; Lake; Lee; Livingston; McHenry; Ogle; Will; Winnebago

...Risk for river ice and ice jams increasing next several days...
Favorable conditions for river ice formation and possible ice jams
developing for the following rivers and their tributaries...
Rock, Fox, DuPage, Des Plaines, Iroquois, and Kankakee in
northern Illinois, and Iroquois, and Kankakee in northwest
Indiana.
...through at least early next week.
Due to recent cold weather and additional very cold temperatures
expected over the next several days, conditions are favorable for
river ice formation. River ice has caused at least one ice jam
in northern Illinois over the last few days. Rapid development of
river ice may lead to additional ice jams, causing rises on area
rivers with little warning.
This outlook means that elevated river conditions and potential
impacts are possible, but not yet certain. Those with interests
along area rivers should closely monitor future river forecasts.

Counties: Jasper; Lake; Newton; Porter

...Risk for river ice and ice jams increasing next several days...
Favorable conditions for river ice formation and possible ice jams
developing for the following rivers and their tributaries...
Rock, Fox, DuPage, Des Plaines, Iroquois, and Kankakee in
northern Illinois, and Iroquois, and Kankakee in northwest
Indiana.
...through at least early next week.
Due to recent cold weather and additional very cold temperatures
expected over the next several days, conditions are favorable for
river ice formation. River ice has caused at least one ice jam
in northern Illinois over the last few days. Rapid development of
river ice may lead to additional ice jams, causing rises on area
rivers with little warning.
This outlook means that elevated river conditions and potential
impacts are possible, but not yet certain. Those with interests
along area rivers should closely monitor future river forecasts.

Counties: Iroquois

...The National Weather Service in Chicago has issued a Flood
Advisory for the Sugar Creek...
Sugar Creek at Milford affecting Iroquois County
.Synopsis...
Rain and snow melt will lead to sharp rises on Sugar Creek.
The National Weather Service in Chicago has issued a
* Flood Advisory for
The Sugar Creek at Milford, or from Near Milford downstream to
confluence with Iroquois River at Watseka.
* until Friday evening.
* At  900 AM Wednesday the stage was 6.8 feet.
* Action stage is 15.0 feet.
* Flood stage is 18.0 feet.
* Forecast...The river will rise to near 17.7 feet by Thursday
evening.
* Impact...At 18.0 feet...County road 1090N threatened east of the
river north of Milford. Recreation fields inundated near the river
in southwest Milford.
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