Winter Storm Warning Issued for Boyd and Holt Counties; 70 MPH Wind Gusts Forecast

Source: NOAA · North Central Nebraska

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The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Boyd and Holt Counties, effective from Saturday night through Sunday, featuring heavy snow and extreme wind gusts.

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Record type
Winter Storm Warning
Affected area
North Central Nebraska
Issued
April 6, 2026
Issuing authority
NWS North Platte

Storm notices can cover different combinations of wind, hail, lightning, and rainfall. Use the original notice for the hazards and boundaries attached to this specific record.

Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in North Central Nebraska.

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in North Platte has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Boyd and Holt Counties. The alert is effective from 10:00 PM CDT on Saturday, March 14, through 7:00 PM CDT on Sunday, March 15.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically impacts the following regions in Nebraska:

  • Boyd County
  • Holt County

What You Should Do

Residents are advised to prepare for hazardous conditions. If travel is unavoidable, ensure your vehicle is equipped with an extra flashlight, food, and water in case of an emergency. For the latest information on road conditions, call Nebraska 511.

Expected Conditions

Heavy snow is anticipated across the affected areas, with total accumulations expected to range between 1 and 3 inches. The primary hazard involves extremely high winds, with gusts potentially reaching 70 mph. These conditions are likely to create slippery roads and could result in extensive tree damage.

Timeline

The Winter Storm Warning begins at 10:00 PM CDT this evening, March 14, and is scheduled to remain in effect until 7:00 PM CDT on Sunday, March 15.

Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗

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The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Boyd and Holt Counties, effective from Saturday night through Sunday, featuring heavy snow and extreme wind gusts.
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