Kansas City, MO — Snow and powerful winds across northeast Kansas and northwest Missouri are creating hazardous travel conditions Sunday.
According to the National Weather Service in Kansas City/Pleasant Hill, a Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect until 1 a.m. Monday for portions of northeast Kansas and northwest Missouri.
Forecasters expect snow accumulations up to 2 inches, accompanied by wind gusts reaching as high as 60 mph. The combination of falling snow and strong winds could produce brief near-blizzard conditions, reducing visibility to around a quarter mile at times.
Areas included in the advisory span several counties across both states. In Kansas, the alert covers Atchison and Doniphan counties, including communities such as Atchison, Troy, Highland, Wathena, and Elwood.
In Missouri, counties under the advisory include Atchison, Nodaway, Worth, Gentry, Holt, Andrew, DeKalb, Buchanan, and Clinton. Cities impacted include St. Joseph, Maryville, Maysville, Cameron, Savannah, Oregon, Rock Port, and Grant City, along with surrounding communities.
The National Weather Service warns that roads could become slick quickly where snow bands develop, especially as strong winds blow snow across highways. Wind gusts near 60 mph may also cause minor tree damage or scattered debris, which could create additional travel hazards.
Drivers are urged to slow down and use caution while traveling, particularly during periods of heavier snow or reduced visibility.
Commuters traveling Sunday evening or overnight may encounter rapidly changing conditions on exposed roadways and rural highways.
Road conditions in Kansas are available by calling 511, while Missouri travelers can check updates at traveler.modot.org.
For students, late-shift workers, and overnight commuters, conditions may worsen after sunset as winds continue and visibility drops.
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