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Winter Storm Watch issued January 3 at 4:42AM CST until January 6 at 12:00AM CST by NWS Topeka KS* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation possible. Total snowaccumulations between 4 and 11 inches with the higher amounts nearand north of Interstate 70, sleet accumulations around one quarterof an inch, and ice accumulations over three tenths of an inchpossible south of a line from Council Grove to Ottawa. Winds couldgust between 35 and 45 mph.* WHERE...Portions of central, east central, north central, andnortheast Kansas.* WHEN...From Saturday morning through Sunday evening.* IMPACTS...Roads will become slick and hazardous. The strong windsand weight of snow and ice on tree limbs may down power lines andcould cause sporadic power outages. Whiteout conditions arepossible and may make travel treacherous and potentiallylife-threatening.Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutelynecessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for suddenchanges in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and themotorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach yourdestination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especiallycautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car iswinterized and in good working order.Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutelynecessary consider taking a winter storm kit along with you,including such items as tire chains, booster cables, flashlight,shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take water, a first aidkit, and anything else that would help you survive in case youbecome stranded.

National Weather Service