01/06-7/10 Winter Storm Warning continues....

A winter storm warning continues for the local area until Thursday at 6 p.m.  Wide spread 3" to 5" snow accumulations are possible in the local area.  Winds are expected to increase to the 20 to 30 mph range with gusts to 35 to 40 tonight as the arctic front passes.  This will reduce visibilities and create near blizzard conditions later today and into the overnight hours.  This will drop wind chills to -20 to -30+ below zero.  This continues to be a dangerous and potential life threatning winter storm.  Pack a survival kit in your vehicle if you must travel and take extra precautions for pets and livestock.  Here is a look at the latest surface observations in the midwest and radar echoes as of 1 p.m. local time today: