North Platte, NE – A winter storm is sweeping through north-central and western Nebraska, bringing heavy snowfall and hazardous road conditions through Friday evening. Residents should prepare for challenging travel as snow accumulations reach up to 10 inches, with wind gusts as high as 30 mph.
According to the National Weather Service (NWS) in North Platte, a Winter Storm Warning remains in effect until 6 p.m. CST (5 p.m. MST) on Friday. The affected areas include Cherry, Keya Paha, Boyd, Brown, Rock, Holt, Grant, Hooker, Thomas, Blaine, and Loup counties. Meanwhile, Sheridan and Western Cherry counties are also under the warning until 5 p.m. MST.
The storm is expected to bring total snowfall between 5 and 10 inches, with the heaviest accumulations anticipated in western and north-central Nebraska. Wind gusts reaching 30 mph may cause blowing snow and reduced visibility, further complicating travel conditions.
Motorists should exercise extreme caution, as roads are expected to be snow-covered and slippery, particularly during the Friday morning commute. Officials advise carrying emergency supplies, including flashlights, food, and water, in case of travel disruptions.
For the latest road conditions, travelers are encouraged to call Nebraska 511 or check local transportation updates. The storm is expected to taper off by Friday evening, though lingering snow and icy conditions may persist into the weekend.
