A Winter Storm Warning has been issued from 9 AM Saturday to midnight CST Sunday night for portions of central, east central, north central, and northeast Kansas. The National Weather Service warns of heavy mixed precipitation, including 8 to 12 inches of snow, one-quarter inch of sleet, and up to two-tenths of an inch of ice. Northeast to north winds are expected to gust as high as 45 mph, creating dangerous conditions.
Impacts include whiteout conditions, making travel impossible and life-threatening. Blowing and drifting snow may lead to hazardous roads and visibility. The weight of snow and ice could also result in downed power lines and sporadic power outages.
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