Davenport, Iowa — Blizzard conditions across eastern Iowa and northwestern Illinois are reducing visibility and creating hazardous travel conditions Monday morning.
According to the National Weather Service Quad Cities, a Blizzard Warning remains in effect until 1 p.m. CDT Monday for parts of eastern Iowa and north-central to west-central Illinois.
The warning covers Jackson, Clinton, and Scott counties in Iowa, along with Jo Daviess, Stephenson, Carroll, Whiteside, Rock Island, Henry, Bureau, Putnam, Mercer, Henderson, and Warren counties in Illinois.
Cities included in the alert area include Davenport, Bettendorf, Clinton, Moline, Rock Island, Freeport, Sterling, Princeton, Monmouth, Galena, Geneseo, and Maquoketa.
Forecasters say additional snowfall up to one inch is possible, while wind gusts may reach 45 mph, producing widespread blowing snow and near-whiteout conditions at times.
Even with limited additional snowfall, strong winds can lift existing snow and significantly reduce visibility for drivers, especially on open rural roads and highways. Officials warn that slippery road conditions may continue through the late morning hours.
The National Weather Service advises that travel should be limited to emergencies only while blizzard conditions persist.
Drivers who must travel are urged to carry a winter survival kit, including blankets, food, water, and a charged phone. Officials also advise stranded drivers to remain with their vehicles until help arrives.
Road conditions can change rapidly during blowing snow events, which may affect commuters, delivery drivers, and students traveling midday across the Quad Cities region.
Motorists in Iowa can check updated conditions at 511ia.org or by dialing 511, while Illinois drivers can monitor conditions at gettingaroundillinois.com.
Forecasters expect conditions to gradually improve after the warning expires early Monday afternoon.
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