Headline:
Blizzard Warning issued March 15 at 2:31AM CDT until March 16 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Event:
Blizzard Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 15, 2026 - 12:31am
Expires:
March 15, 2026 - 8:45am
Description:
* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations
between 3 and 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 to 60 mph.
* WHERE...Portions of northwest Illinois and east central Iowa.
* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 1 PM CDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing
snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous
conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds
could bring down tree branches.
Instruction:
Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel,
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with
your vehicle. In Iowa, the latest road conditions are available at
511ia.org or by calling 511. In Illinois, the latest road conditions
are available at gettingaroundillinois.com.
Area Description:
Jackson; Clinton; Scott; Jo Daviess; Stephenson; Carroll; Whiteside; Rock Island; Henry; Mercer
Forcast Office:
NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Sender: