Winter Storm Warning Issued for Shelby County: Heavy Snow Expected Through Friday Morning
A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for Shelby County from noon today until 6 AM Friday, with 4 to 7 inches of snow accumulation expected to disrupt travel.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Omaha/Valley NE has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Shelby County. This alert is classified as severe, with hazardous winter weather conditions expected to impact the region.
Affected Areas
The primary geographic area affected by this warning is Shelby County, Iowa.
What You Should Do
Authorities advise that if you must travel, you should keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions in the state you are calling from, dial 5 1 1.
Expected Conditions
Heavy snow is forecasted for the area. Total snow accumulations are expected to be between 4 and 7 inches. These conditions will make travel very difficult, and the hazardous weather is expected to significantly impact the Thursday evening commute.
Timeline
The Winter Storm Warning is effective starting at 12:00 PM CST today, Thursday, February 19. The warning is scheduled to remain in effect until 6:00 AM CST on Friday, February 20.
Source: NOAA Official Notice
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