Blizzard Warning Issued for Fayette and Clayton Counties; Dangerous Conditions Expected Sunday
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NOAA issued it on March 30, 2026, 4 months ago. Warnings of this kind stay in effect for hours to a few days, so this page is a historical record of what was issued, not a current warning. For conditions where you are right now, check weather.gov (US), weather.gc.ca (Canada), the Met Office (UK), or the Bureau of Meteorology (Australia).
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A Blizzard Warning is in effect for Fayette and Clayton counties from Sunday afternoon through Monday morning, featuring 50 mph wind gusts and significant visibility reductions.
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- Record type
- Blizzard Warning
- Affected area
- Northeast Iowa
- Issued
- March 30, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS La Crosse
Winter notices differ by expected impact and timing. The original notice carries the forecast window and any travel guidance for the named area.
Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Northeast Iowa.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in La Crosse, WI, has issued a Blizzard Warning for portions of northeast Iowa. This alert is part of a dangerous winter storm system moving through the region, bringing a combination of snow, ice, and high winds.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically impacts the following geographic regions:
- Fayette County
- Clayton County
What You Should Do
Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, ensure you have a winter survival kit with you in your vehicle. In the event that you become stranded, stay with your vehicle to remain safe and visible to rescuers. Residents are encouraged to monitor road conditions via 511ia.org before attempting to travel.
Expected Conditions
Residents should prepare for the following hazards:
- Snow and Sleet: Total accumulations between 4 and 6 inches.
- Ice: A light glaze of ice accumulation is expected.
- Wind: Wind gusts are forecast to reach as high as 50 mph.
- Visibility: Widespread blowing snow is expected to significantly reduce visibility, creating dangerous driving conditions.
- Impacts: Slippery road conditions and potential damage to tree branches due to gusty winds. The hazardous conditions are expected to impact the Monday morning commute.
Timeline
The Blizzard Warning is effective from 1:00 PM CDT on Sunday, March 15, through 7:00 AM CDT on Monday, March 16. Conditions are expected to deteriorate Sunday afternoon as wind speeds increase and snow begins to blow.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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