Blizzard Warning Issued for Stark and Knox Counties in Illinois
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NOAA issued it on April 1, 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 has been issued for Stark and Knox Counties starting Sunday night, featuring 50 mph wind gusts and blowing snow.
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- Record type
- Blizzard Warning
- Affected area
- Central Illinois
- Issued
- April 1, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Lincoln IL
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 Central Illinois.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Lincoln, IL, has issued a Blizzard Warning for portions of central Illinois. The alert is effective from 10:00 PM CDT Sunday, March 15, through 1:00 PM CDT Monday, March 16.
Affected Areas
This warning specifically impacts the following geographic regions:
- Stark County
- Knox 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. Residents can obtain the latest road conditions for Illinois at www.gettingaroundillinois.com.
Expected Conditions
Blizzard conditions are expected to develop, including:
- Snow Accumulation: Total snow accumulations between 2 and 3 inches.
- Wind Speeds: Wind gusts reaching as high as 50 mph.
- Visibility: Blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility to a quarter mile or less at times.
- Additional Hazards: Gusty winds may bring down tree branches, and roads are expected to be slippery.
Timeline
The onset of the blizzard conditions is expected at 10:00 PM CDT this evening, March 15. The warning remains in effect until 1:00 PM CDT Monday. The hazardous conditions are specifically expected to impact the Monday morning commute.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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