UPDATED 5 a.m. Friday: The National Weather Service in Wichita has placed the following counties in a winter storm warning until noon.
Ellsworth County
Lincoln County
McPherson County
Saline County
Freezing rain with some sleet mixed in, with ice accumulations of up to three tenths of an inch expected. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.
Sporadic power outages and tree damage are possible due to the ice. Roadways will be very slick, especially elevated surfaces like bridges and overpasses. The hazardous conditions will impact the morning commute.
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Check road conditions by calling 511 or go to KanDrive.org.
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The National Weather Service in Wichita has issued a winter storm warning for Marion County.
The winter storm warning is in effect until noon Friday.
A mix of sleet and snow with quickly transition to freezing rain late tonight. A quarter inch of ice or more can be expected by Friday morning with most of this accumulation on elevated surfaces such as trees. Sporadic power outages will be possible. Wind speeds will be increasing to around 20 mph by Friday morning.
Sporadic power outages and tree damage are likely due to the ice. Roadways will be very slick, especially elevated surfaces like bridges and overpasses. Be sure to use extreme caution during your Friday morning commute.
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.