Winter Storm Warning Issued for Douglas, Sarpy, and Pottawattamie Counties

Weather Alerts high NOAA · · Eastern Nebraska and Southwest Iowa

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for parts of Nebraska and Iowa, with 4 to 6 inches of snow expected to impact the Thursday evening commute.

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Omaha/Valley NE has issued a Winter Storm Warning for portions of eastern Nebraska and southwest Iowa. The alert was issued on the evening of February 18 and remains in effect through early Friday morning.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically impacts the following geographic regions:

  • Iowa: Pottawattamie County
  • Nebraska: Douglas and Sarpy Counties

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. Residents can obtain the latest road conditions for their state by calling 5 1 1.

Expected Conditions

Heavy snow is expected across the warning area. Total snow accumulations are forecast to be between 4 and 6 inches. These hazardous conditions are expected to result in slippery roads, which will likely impact the Thursday evening commute.

Timeline

The Winter Storm Warning is effective starting at 12:00 PM CST on Thursday, February 19. The warning is scheduled to remain in place until 6:00 AM CST on Friday, February 20.

Source: NOAA Official Notice

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What is this weather alerts alert about?
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for parts of Nebraska and Iowa, with 4 to 6 inches of snow expected to impact the Thursday evening commute.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by NOAA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects Eastern Nebraska and Southwest Iowa. Check with NOAA for the most current geographic scope.
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