United Group Insurance

Winter Storm Watch Update (5:30-a.m. 11/25)

Weather

November 25th, 2019 by Ric Hanson

WINTER STORM WATCH (UPDATED 11/25) —
Harrison and Monona Counties: WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM 9-A.M. TUESDAY THROUGH 9-A.M. WEDNESDAY.

* WHAT…Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 40 mph.

* IMPACTS…Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.

Sac-Crawford and Carroll Counties: A WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6-P.M. TUESDAY UNTIL NOON WEDNESDAY.

* WHAT…Moderate to Heavy snow with blustery winds. Near blizzard conditions possible. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 8 inches are forecast with the highest amounts anticipated near the Minnesota border. Wind gusts between 35 to 45 mph are likelywith potentially a few gusts nearing 50 mph.

* IMPACTS…Travel is likely to become very difficult with significant blowing snow reducing visibility and even leading to near blizzard conditions at times. In addition, slick and snow covered roads will lead to treacherous traveling conditions.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Those with Thanksgiving travel plans Tuesday night through Wednesday should take the necessary precautions and potentially find alternate routes or delay or move up travel plans if possible. If you must travel during the
storm, please remember to pack a winter survival kit in your vehicle in case you become stranded.