Full Notification

* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation expected. Total snow accumulations between 8 and 12 inches, sleet accumulations around one quarter of an inch, and ice accumulations up to two tenths of an inch. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of central, east central, north central, and northeast Kansas.

* WHEN...From 9 AM Saturday to midnight CST Sunday Night.

* IMPACTS...Whiteout conditions are possible in blowing and drifting snow. Travel may be impossible and life-threatening. Strong wind and the weight of snow and ice on tree limbs may down power lines and could cause sporadic power outages.

* AFFECTED AREAS: REPUBLIC ... WASHINGTON ... MARSHALL ... NEMAHA ... BROWN ... CLOUD ... CLAY ... RILEY ... POTTAWATOMIE ... JACKSON ... JEFFERSON ... OTTAWA ... DICKINSON ... GEARY ... WABAUNSEE ... SHAWNEE ... DOUGLAS

Instructions:

Delay travel. Motorists should use extreme caution if travel is absolutely necessary. If you must travel, ensure your vehicle has a winter survival kit that includes a flashlight, blankets and warm clothing, food, and water in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.