On Wednesday at 3:06 a.m. an updated blizzard warning was issued by the National Weather Service in effect until 9 a.m. for North and Northeast Elbert County below 6,000 feet/North Lincoln County and Washington County.

The NWS adds to anticipate, “Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph.”

“Travel will be very difficult to impossible due to heavy snowfall, drifting snow, and low visibility. Conditions will improve from west to east late tonight,” explains the NWS. “If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle.”

What to do during a blizzard warning

Blizzard warnings are issued by the NWS for frequent gusts greater than or equal to 35 mph accompanied by falling and/or blowing snow, frequently reducing visibility to less than 1/4 mile for three hours or more. A blizzard warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds and poor visibilities are likely, leading to whiteout conditions making travel extremely difficult. Do not travel. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle and wait for help to arrive.

Source: The National Weather Service