Headline:
Winter Weather Advisory issued March 5 at 11:55AM CST until March 7 at 12:00PM CST by NWS North Platte NE
Event:
Winter Weather Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 5, 2026 - 9:55am
Expires:
March 5, 2026 - 11:30pm
Description:
* WHAT...Mixed precipitation expected. Total snow accumulations
between 1 and 3 inches, with locally heavier amounts possible. Ice
accumulations around a light glaze. Winds gusting as high as 45
mph may lead to areas of blowing snow and reduced visibility.
* WHERE...Portions of north central, panhandle, southwest, and west
central Nebraska.
* WHEN...From midnight CST /11 PM MST/ tonight to noon CST /11 AM
MST/ Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Roads will likely become slick and hazardous. Plan on
slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact
the Friday morning and evening commutes. Gusty winds could create
reduced visibility combined with heavier snowfall rates.
Instruction:
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
Call Nebraska 5 1 1 for the latest road information.
Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while
driving. If you are going outside, watch your first few steps taken
on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and
slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury.
Area Description:
Sheridan; Eastern Cherry; Garden; Grant; Hooker; Thomas; Arthur; McPherson; Deuel; Keith; Western Cherry
Forcast Office:
NWS North Platte NE