blizzard, Kansas City

Low snow totals likely in Kansas City. So why is metro under blizzard warning?
The weather service defines a blizzard as a severe snowstorm in which winds must be sustained or frequently gusting at least 35 mph, falling or blowing snow must reduce visibility to 1/4 mile or less, and these conditions must persist for at least three hours. Blizzard warnings are rare in Kansas City, according to data examined by The Star.
Wind is the culprit behind Kansas City's blizzard warning. Here's what to watch for:
A blizzard warning is in effect for the Kansas City area starting Tuesday at 9 p.m. and running through early Wednesday morning. [Click here to track active alerts for your area] Sign up for our Newsletters The word "blizzard" may send a chill down your spine,
Midwest Blizzard: Over 1,500 Flights Disrupted—From Kansas City To D.C.
Air travelers can expect flight delays and cancellations as a blizzard is forecast to bring snow, high winds and white-out conditions to the Midwest and Great Lakes regions.
Update: Blizzard warning issued for the Kansas City area until Wednesday morning, says the NWS
On Tuesday at 1:42 p.m. an updated blizzard warning was issued by the National Weather Service valid from 9 p.m. until Wednesday 6 a.m. The warning is for Leavenworth, Wyandotte, Johnson, Platte, Clay,
Kansas City winter storm: Snow and dangerous winds impacting travel
A blizzard warning remains in effect as strong winds and bursts of snow move through the area overnight into early Wednesday.
Dangerous blizzard conditions sweep through northeast Kansas
Strong to impactful non-thunderstorm winds from the northwest will sustained at 35 to 45 mph and gust as high as 55-65 mph.

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‘Kitchen sink’: Wild weather bringing thunderstorms, snow, blizzard to KC. Here’s when
A powerful storm will move through the Kansas City region, bringing a mix of hazardous weather. Here’s what to expect.
Blizzard warning issued for KC area; goes into effect Tuesday night
Blizzard warning issued for Kansas City area from 9 p.m. Tuesday to 5 a.m. on Wednesday. Expect snow, strong winds, and cold ...
Thousands without power as storm with blizzard-like conditions sweeps through region
Snow and blizzard-like conditions have caused power outages for thousands of metro residents. As of 12:30 a.m., Evergy's power outage map reports that more than 42,000 customers are without power in ...
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Blizzard warning for KC and northwest Missouri; High winds blowing across rest of state
A Blizzard Warning is in effect for the Kansas City area and most of northwestern Missouri, starting at 9:00 p.m. and lasting ...
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Kansas City’s small businesses are taking a harsh winter hit with lots of snow and few shoppers
Winter storms every few weeks have taken a toll on small businesses, who spend more to deal with snow and lose profits when ...
How can you have a blizzard with little-to-no snow?
FOX4 Meteorologist Joe Lauria said this storm is actually stronger than the blizzard Kansas City experienced back in January.
Kansas City area schools close, delay starts for winter weather. Here’s the list
Wednesday’s winter weather has caused school closures and delays in the KC metro. Is your school on this list?
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Winter Storm Lola Was An Early-March Blizzard In Plains, Upper Midwest
A classic springtime storm is packing high winds and snowfall in the upper Midwest, resulting in blizzard conditions for some ...