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Winter Storm Expected Across Eastern Kansas

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WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY EVENING THROUGH THURSDAY MORNING

* WHAT: Snow is likely to begin Tuesday night and continue through late Wednesday night. Periods of moderate to heavy snow are possible. Light accumulations of freezing rain and sleet are also possible along and south of Interstate 35. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 10 inches are possible with the highest amounts along and southeast of the Kansas Turnpike. North to northeast winds of 15 to 25 MPH with gusts to around 30 MPH may cause blowing and drifting snow.

* WHERE: Portions of central, east central and northeast Kansas.

* WHEN: From Tuesday evening through Thursday morning.

* IMPACTS: Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact commutes Wednesday morning, Wednesday night, and Thursday morning.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS: Wind chills may fall to near 15 degrees below zero Thursday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS: A Winter Storm Watch means there is a potential for significant snow, sleet, or ice accumulations that may impact travel. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts. Follow the latest weather at the National Weather Service.

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J. Schafer is the News Director of Kansas Public Radio. He’s also the Managing Editor of the Kansas Public Radio Network, which provides news and information to other public radio stations in Kansas and Missouri.