Blizzard Warning Issued for Lee and Van Buren Counties Through Monday Afternoon
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NOAA issued it on April 6, 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 Lee and Van Buren counties, effective from Sunday afternoon through Monday, with high winds and snow expected.
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- Record type
- Blizzard Warning
- Affected area
- Southeast Iowa
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Quad Cities
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 Southeast Iowa.
Alert Details
A Blizzard Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) Quad Cities IA IL. This alert signifies that blizzard conditions are expected within the warning area.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically impacts the following regions in Iowa:
- Lee County
- Van Buren 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. If you become stranded, stay with your vehicle. For the latest road conditions, residents are encouraged to visit 511ia.org or call 511.
Expected Conditions
Residents should prepare for blizzard conditions including:
- Snow Accumulation: Total snow accumulations between 2 and 4 inches.
- Wind Speeds: Winds gusting as high as 55 mph.
- Impacts: Expect slippery road conditions that will likely impact the Monday morning commute. Strong winds may also cause tree damage.
Timeline
The Blizzard Warning is in effect from 4:00 PM CDT Sunday, March 15, until 1:00 PM CDT Monday, March 16.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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