Blizzard Warning Issued for Floyd and Chickasaw Counties Through Monday Morning
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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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The National Weather Service has issued a Blizzard Warning for Floyd and Chickasaw Counties, effective from Sunday morning through Monday morning, featuring high winds and blowing snow.
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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 moving through the region, bringing hazardous conditions to the area.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically impacts the following geographic regions in Iowa:
- Floyd County
- Chickasaw 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. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. Residents are encouraged to visit 511ia.org for the latest information on road conditions.
Expected Conditions
Blizzard conditions are expected to create significant hazards, including:
- Snow and Sleet: Total accumulations between 3 and 5 inches are forecast.
- Ice: A light glaze of ice accumulation is expected.
- Wind: Wind gusts are expected to reach as high as 50 mph.
- Visibility: Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility to 1/4 mile or less at times.
- Impacts: Plan on slippery road conditions and potential tree branch damage. These hazardous conditions are expected to impact the Monday morning commute.
Timeline
The Blizzard Warning is effective from 10:00 AM CDT on Sunday, March 15, until 7:00 AM CDT on Monday, March 16.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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