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* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, mixed precipitation. Additional snow and sleet accumulations up to one inch and ice accumulations up to one tenth of an inch. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy mixed precipitation expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 9 inches and ice accumulations around a light glaze. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...Dane and Iowa Counties.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 7 PM CDT this evening. For the Winter Storm Warning, from 7 PM this evening to 4 PM CDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. The strong winds and weight of snow and ice on tree limbs may down power lines and could cause sporadic power outages.

* AFFECTED AREAS: IOWA ... DANE

Instructions:

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you must go outside, dress in layers. Several layers of clothes will keep you warmer than a single heavy coat. Cover exposed skin to reduce your risk of frostbite or hypothermia. Gloves, a scarf, and a hat will keep you from losing your body heat. Persons should consider delaying all travel. Motorists should use extreme caution if travel is absolutely necessary.