North Platte, Nebraska – Snow and strong winds across central and western Nebraska are creating hazardous travel conditions through midnight today.
According to the National Weather Service in North Platte, a Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect for portions of north central, southwest, west central and the Nebraska Panhandle regions until midnight CST (11 p.m. MST).
Forecasters say total snow accumulations between 1 and 4 inches are expected across the advisory area. North winds may gust as high as 40 mph, causing areas of blowing snow and reduced visibility.
Communities included in the advisory are North Platte, Ogallala, O’Neill, Ainsworth, Atkinson, Bassett, Springview, Arthur, Oshkosh, Lewellen, Paxton and surrounding areas. Counties impacted include Keya Paha, Brown, Rock, Holt, Garden, Arthur, Keith and Lincoln.
The combination of falling snow and gusty winds is expected to produce slippery road conditions and localized visibility reductions, particularly on open highways and rural roadways. Travel may become difficult at times, especially during the Thursday morning and evening commutes.
Motorists are urged to slow down and use caution while traveling. Blowing snow could briefly reduce visibility, particularly in open areas where wind exposure is greatest.
The advisory remains in place until midnight, after which conditions are expected to gradually improve as winds diminish.
Drivers, including student commuters and early evening workers, should allow extra travel time and monitor updated road conditions before departing.
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