Blizzard Warning Issued for Northwest Iowa, Northeast Nebraska, and Southeast South Dakota
This alert is no longer in effect.
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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A Blizzard Warning is in effect from Sunday morning through early Monday for parts of Iowa, Nebraska, and South Dakota, featuring 60 mph wind gusts and whiteout conditions.
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- Record type
- Blizzard Warning
- Affected area
- Northwest Iowa, Northeast Nebraska, and Southeast South Dakota
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Sioux Falls SD
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 Northwest Iowa, Northeast Nebraska, and Southeast South Dakota.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Sioux Falls, SD, has issued a Blizzard Warning for the region. The alert is effective from 7:00 AM Sunday until 1:00 AM CDT Monday.
Affected Areas
The warning covers portions of northwest and west central Iowa, northeast Nebraska, and southeast South Dakota. Specific counties affected include:
- Iowa: Plymouth and Woodbury
- Nebraska: Dixon and Dakota
- South Dakota: Bon Homme, Yankton, Clay, and Union
Expected Conditions
Blizzard conditions are expected to develop, characterized by the following:
- Snow Accumulation: Total snow accumulations of up to two inches.
- Wind Speeds: Winds gusting as high as 60 mph.
- Visibility: Whiteout conditions will make travel extremely dangerous or impossible.
- Additional Impacts: Strong winds could cause tree damage, and slippery road conditions are expected to impact the Monday morning commute.
Timeline
The Blizzard Warning begins at 7:00 AM Sunday, March 15, and is expected to end at 1:00 AM CDT Monday, March 16.
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 become stranded, stay with your vehicle. Residents can obtain the latest road conditions by calling 511.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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