Winter Weather and Wind Advisories Issued for Lake Area

…WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM THIS MORNING TO 9 PM CST THIS EVENING…

* TIMING…Gusty northwesterly winds will develop during the mid morning hours and continue through the early evening hours today.

* WINDS…Northwest at 25 to 35 mph with gusts of 40 to 50 mph.

* IMPACTS…Difficult driving, especially for high profile vehicles. Loose outdoor items may also be blown around and damaged.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS… 

A Wind Advisory means that winds of 30 mph or greater are expected. Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

 

 

…WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM THIS MORNING TO MIDNIGHT CST TONIGHT…

* WHAT…Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of around one inch expected. Winds gusting as high as 45 to 50 mph. A brief period of freezing drizzle will also be possible and could result in a glaze of icing on elevated surfaces.

* WHERE…Portions of southeast Kansas and central and west central Missouri, generally along and north of the Highway 54 corridor.

* WHEN…From 9 AM this morning to midnight CST tonight.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Plan on slippery road conditions. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches and reduce visibilities.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.