By: Matt Scher, matts@977thebolt.com
Des Moines, IA – The National Weather Service in Des Moines has preemptively placed our area under a Winter Storm Watch in effect from Thursday after through late Thursday night.
Heavy snow is forecast with total snow accumulations of 5-8 inches possible. The chance of 4 or more inches falling Thursday currently stands at 90 percent for our area. While the heaviest snow doesn’t start until Thursday afternoon, there will be intermittent light rain and snow beginning late tonight into Wednesday night but with only minor amounts expected. Strong winds may produce blowing snow as well, reducing visibilities.
The NWS says travel could be very difficult. Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the evening commute.