41°36' N / 93°42' W / Höhe 271 m / 01:24 16.03.2026, America/Chicago (UTC-5)
Seit: 15.03.2026, 22:32
Zu: 16.03.2026, 07:00
...BLIZZARD CONDITIONS CONTINUE TONIGHT... .Although snow tapers off late this evening into the early overnight, strong wind gusts will continue to result in significant blowing and drifting of snow keeping visibility degraded with white-out conditions at times, especially in rural and open areas. Travel will remain dangerous if not impossible at times. * WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 55-60 mph. * WHERE...All of central Iowa. * WHEN...Until 7 AM CDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. Strong winds could cause tree damage.
Polk,Polk
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.
For the latest travel conditions, check the Iowa 511 app,
www.511ia.org, or dial 511.
Persons should consider delaying all travel. Motorists should use
extreme caution if travel is absolutely necessary.
NWS Des Moines IA
15.03.2026, 22:32
Seit: 15.03.2026, 20:21
Zu: 16.03.2026, 04:00
* WHAT...Northwest winds 30 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. * WHERE...Portions of central, east central, and southern Iowa. * WHEN...Until 4 AM CDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. With snowfall, white-out conditions are expected at times.
Polk,PolkRemain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution
if you must drive.NWS Des Moines IA15.03.2026, 20:21