North Platte, NE – A powerful blizzard is set to impact Nebraska starting early Tuesday, bringing whiteout conditions, strong winds, and hazardous travel across the state. The National Weather Service has issued a Blizzard Warning from 3 a.m. CST Tuesday until noon Wednesday.
According to the National Weather Service in North Platte, affected areas include north-central, southwest, and western Nebraska, with cities such as North Platte, Valentine, and Imperial expected to experience wind gusts up to 65 mph and snow accumulations between 2 to 6 inches.
The storm is expected to create life-threatening travel conditions, with blowing snow reducing visibility to near zero. Drivers are urged to avoid travel unless absolutely necessary. The Tuesday morning and evening commutes will be especially dangerous due to icy roads and strong winds.
Residents should prepare for potential tree damage and power outages. Officials advise keeping a winter survival kit in vehicles and staying indoors if possible.
For the latest road conditions, travelers can call Nebraska 511 or visit www.weather.gov/lbf.
