Goodland, KS – A Winter Storm Warning remains in effect for northwest Kansas and southwest Nebraska until 6 p.m. CST Wednesday, with heavy snow and dangerously cold wind chills creating hazardous travel conditions.
According to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Goodland, snowfall will continue through the morning, with total accumulations between 4 and 8 inches. Snow will taper off from west to east by noon. Winds from the northeast at 10 to 20 mph may cause blowing snow, reducing visibility.
Frigid temperatures pose additional risks, with wind chill values near -15°F this morning and staying below zero throughout the day. By late Wednesday night and early Thursday, wind chills could plunge as low as -25°F, increasing the risk of frostbite and hypothermia for those outdoors.
Travel is highly discouraged, especially along Interstate 70, where snow-covered roads and reduced visibility could lead to significant delays. Officials urge drivers to use extreme caution, allow extra travel time, and avoid sudden braking or acceleration.
Residents should prepare for bitter cold and treacherous roads by staying indoors if possible and ensuring vehicles are winter-ready. For updated road conditions, call 511 in Kansas, Nebraska, and Colorado.
