...Heavy snow in portions of eastern Iowa and western Illinois...
.A wintry mix of snow, sleet, and freezing rain will gradually
end over the area through 11 AM. In addition...a band of heavy
snow will occur in portions of eastern Iowa and western Illinois.
This band of snow may linger into the early afternoon hours and
portions of the advisory may need to be extended.
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM CDT THIS
MORNING...
* WHAT...Heavy snow in a 20 mile wide band centered roughly from
Parnell to Washington, in Iowa to Biggsville and Bushnell in
western Illinois. Snowfall amounts will be 2 to 5 inches, with
locally higher amounts possible. Outside of this band of snow
mixed precipitation will occur with snow accumulations of less
than one inch and only a minor ice accumulation on elevated
surfaces.
* WHERE...Portions of east central and northeast Iowa and north
central and northwest Illinois.
* WHEN...Until 11 AM CDT this morning.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...In the heavy snow band, visibilities will
be near zero with snow covered and hazardous roads. The ice and
snow will result in difficult travel conditions. Be prepared
for reduced visibilities at times.