Sioux City, IA – A powerful blizzard is set to impact northwest Iowa, southwest Minnesota, and northeast Nebraska on Wednesday, bringing heavy snowfall and damaging winds up to 65 mph.
According to the National Weather Service in Sioux Falls, a Blizzard Warning remains in effect from 4 a.m. to 7 p.m. CDT Wednesday. Snow and sleet accumulations will range from 2 to 9 inches, with strong winds creating near-zero visibility and dangerous travel conditions.
The storm is expected to significantly impact the Wednesday morning and evening commutes, particularly in cities like Sioux City, Spencer, and Storm Lake, IA; Jackson, MN; and Dakota City, NE. The high winds may also cause tree damage and power outages.
Officials urge residents to avoid travel unless absolutely necessary. Those who must drive should carry a winter survival kit and be prepared for deteriorating road conditions. For real-time updates, call 511 for local road conditions.
