4/6/18 - Winter Weather Advisory Issued

The National Weather Service in Dodge City has expanded the Winter Weather Advisory to include Scott County.  The advisory will be in effect from 6:00pm this evening through 3:00am Saturday morning.  Be prepared for winter driving conditions, reduced visibility, and ensure you have proper clothing and equipment suitable to the frigid temperatures outdoors.

2/5/18 - Winter Weather Advisory Issued

NWS Dodge City has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for Scott County from midnight tonight through 12:00pm Tuesday. While we should remain on the lower end of the totals, 1-3" of snow is forecast for our area. The good news? The winds should not be as big an impact as with our last storm.

Get the latest forecast details at www.weather.gov/ddc, and check road conditions at www.kandrive.org before heading out in the morning.

1/21/18 - USD 466 CLOSED, Winter Weather Advisory Extended

All USD 466 Scott County schools will be closed on Monday, January 22, 2018 due to inclement weather.

The Winter Weather Advisory has been extended until 12:00pm on Monday.  Travel conditions are worsening across the county and the region.  Travel only if necessary, and if you do, be sure to have a fully charged phone, a full tank of gas, and an appropriate car kit that includes additional winter clothing.  If you are stranded the best option is to stay with your vehicle and await assistance.

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1/21/18 - Winter Weather Advisory

A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect from this evening through Monday morning.  Below are images furnished by the NWS Dodge City office depicting their latest forecast thoughts.  Snow and blowing snow due to strong winds will be the main impacts in our area.  However, areas to our west and north are under a Blizzard Warning.

If you MUST travel this evening or overnight:

• Know the road conditions before you go - www.kandrive.org
• Be prepared for possible road closures, especially areas near and north of I-70
• Ensure your car kit is up to date, including extra winter clothing
• Fill it up! Make sure your vehicle has enough fuel to not only make your destination, but also to run your car for heat if you become stranded

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1/10/18 - Winter Storm Still On Its Way

Don't let today's warmth fool you, our winter storm is still on its way.  Following an earlier conference call with NWS Dodge City, below is an image depicting their current thinking.

The cold front should arrive around 10pm, strong winds will kick up just ahead of its arrival, and snow should begin around midnight.  Even with minor accumulations the strong and gusty winds will likely cause some visibility issues during the overnight and early morning hours.

As a reminder, there is a Winter Weather Advisory in effect from late tonight through 8:00am Thursday. 

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1/9/18 - Winter Weather Advisory Issued Wednesday Night Into Thursday

The National Weather Service in Dodge City has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for our area from late Wednesday night until 8:00am on Thursday. Strong winds and snow may cause travel impacts during the period.

If you have travel plans overnight Wednesday into the early hours of Thursday be sure to give yourself extra time, and check road conditions at www.kandrive.org before leaving.

Stay tuned in to the latest forecast details by visiting www.weather.gov/ddc, or if you will be traveling north visit www.weather.gov/gld

1/8/18 - Winter Storm To Impact Area Mid-Week

A winter storm is on track to impact our area mid-week.  However, the exact timing and track of the storm will have a significant influence on whether or not one of the impacts to Scott County will include accumulating snowfall.  What IS known, is that the incoming storm will bring strong and gusty winds to the area on Wednesday and Thursday.

As with any winter storm, stay tuned in to local forecasts for the latest information and details as this information can change.

Images below are courtesy of NWS Dodge City (click to enlarge):