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Winter Weather

Winter Weather

Posted by Bob Land on January 8, 2010 - 12:17pm
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I've been reading with interest how much snow has fallen. I, always, enjoyed the snow while I lived there; however, I hated driving on the hills. Guess I don't miss that part. Good luck to all!

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Today's Poll: Do you feel that school districts made the right decision to close today?

Posted by Nick Sloan on January 6, 2010 - 12:24pm
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Bonner, Turner join KCKPS

Posted by Nick Sloan on January 6, 2010 - 2:19am
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The Bonner Springs-Edwardsville School District and Turner School District have called off school for tomorrow, joining the Kansas City, Kan., Public Schools District.

For those wondering why KCKCC and Piper are not on the list – they were scheduled to be closed tomorrow regardless of the weather.

For more listings, visit KMBC Channel 9's comprehensive closings list.

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More winter related car accidents from this week

Posted by Nick Sloan on December 10, 2009 - 2:52pm
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A new batch of vehicular incidents related to this week's snow and ice "storm" have been released by Kansas City, Kan., police.

• 3300 Block of N. 71st Street:
A driver was stuck on a hill near this area Tuesday night. The driver, attempting to make a U-Turn, struck a Board of Public Utilities utility pole.

• 4400 Block of Parallel Parkway:
A car hit a slick spot on the street, flipped over and hit the median in the area.

• Turner Diagonal: A guard rail was hit by a driver in an incident Wednesday attributed to conditions left by Tuesday's snow event.

• 2000 Block of N. 72nd Street: A car was rear-ended due to a vehicle being unable to stop Wednesday due to adverse road conditions.

• 110th and State Avenue: A two-car accident was caused Wednesday morning due to road conditions, a police report says.

• 126th and Parallel Parkway: A BPU utility poll was struck by a driver in the area after the vehicle lost control after hitting a slick spot on the road.

• N. 72nd Street and Georgia Avenue:
A two vehicle accident was caused by ice on the street Tuesday morning. The second vehicle in the case, traveling east on Georgia Avenue, struck the first vehicle while it was traveling south on 72nd Street.

• Parallel Parkway and 62nd Terrace:
A vehicle was westbound on Parallel Parkway when spun out and hit a median. A traffic sign was also hit.

• Kansas Avenue and S. 14th Street: Vehicle one in the accident was traveling eastbound on Kansas Avenue when it slid on 14th Street. The second vehicle was struck while turning on westbound on Kansas Avenue.

• Parallel Parkway and 18th Street
: A hit-and-run initially was caused by icy conditions. The second vehicle in the case stopped on Parallel Parkway suddenly and was struck by the first vehicle, which slid on the ice. Vehicle two then fled the scene.

• Seminary Street and South Mill Street: A car was traveling westbound on Seminary Street when it slid backward down the street and dropped into a creek.

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Late afternoon weather report: Snow still expected

Posted by Nick Sloan on December 8, 2009 - 5:51pm
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The 4 p.m. update from the National Weather Service:

 

Tonight: Snow before midnight, then snow likely and widespread blowing snow after midnight. Low around 13. Wind chill values between -7 and 3. Blustery, with a north northwest wind 9 to 12 mph increasing to between 23 and 26 mph. Winds could gust as high as 37 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New snow accumulation of 1 to 3 inches possible.

Wednesday: Areas of blowing snow before noon. Cloudy, then gradually becoming mostly sunny and cold, with a high near 15. Wind chill values between -1 and -8. Blustery, with a west northwest wind between 16 and 25 mph, with gusts as high as 34 mph.

Wednesday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 4. Wind chill values between -4 and -9. West wind between 8 and 16 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph.

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Noon weather update: Snow predictions lowered

Posted by Nick Sloan on December 8, 2009 - 1:29pm
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The latest forecast from the National Weather Service has lowered its predicted snow totals for Wyandotte County.

The forecast still includes snow accumulation, but it's been lowered from 4-6 inches to 1-3 inches of snow.

Along with the snow, sleet and wetness of streets, bitterly cold weather is expected to enter the area beginning tonight.

 

This Afternoon: Snow, freezing rain, and sleet. High near 33. East wind between 7 and 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Total daytime ice accumulation of around a 0.1 of an inch possible. Total daytime snow and sleet accumulation of around an inch possible.

Tonight: Snow before midnight, then snow likely and widespread blowing snow after midnight. Low around 14. Wind chill values between -6 and 4. Blustery, with a north northwest wind 9 to 12 mph increasing to between 23 and 26 mph. Winds could gust as high as 36 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New snow accumulation of 1 to 3 inches possible.

Wednesday: Areas of blowing snow before noon. Cloudy, then gradually becoming mostly sunny, with a high near 16. Wind chill values between -1 and -7. Blustery, with a west northwest wind between 16 and 24 mph, with gusts as high as 34 mph.

Wednesday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 4. Wind chill values between -3 and -8. West wind between 8 and 15 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph.
 

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Street updates, closings

Posted by Nick Sloan on December 8, 2009 - 11:30am
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If any readers have general street updates from any location within Wyandotte County or have a closing to announce, you can contact The Kansan a number of ways:

• Text or call information to (913) 461-5630

• Email nicks@kansascitykansan.com

• Email NJSloan212@gmail.com

• Click the "Send Us News" tab to send something

• Register a user name, post a closing yourself

Thanks.

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Winter storm warning for Wyandotte County

Posted by Nick Sloan on December 8, 2009 - 3:41am
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Although there was some discussion that snow could miss Wyandotte County, it appears the area will see some snow.

The National Weather Service has issued a "Winter Storm Warning" for Wyandotte County.

Significant snow accumulations are expected all around Kansas City. According to the forecast, Wyandotte County will receive 2-4 inches of snow Tuesday. By Tuesday night, an additional four inches of snow are possible.

The complete forecast:

 

Overnight: Snow likely. Cloudy, with a low around 25. East wind between 8 and 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. Total nighttime snow accumulation of 1 to 2 inches possible.

Tuesday: Snow before noon, then snow and sleet. High near 33. East wind between 10 and 18 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New snow and sleet accumulation of 2 to 4 inches possible.

Tuesday Night: Snow before midnight, then snow likely and areas of blowing snow after midnight. Low around 15. Wind chill values between -3 and 7. Blustery, with a north northwest wind 10 to 13 mph increasing to between 23 and 26 mph. Winds could gust as high as 36 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New snow accumulation of 2 to 4 inches possible.

Wednesday: Areas of blowing snow before noon. Cloudy, then gradually becoming mostly sunny and cold, with a high near 15. Wind chill values between -4 and 1. Blustery, with a northwest wind between 15 and 25 mph, with gusts as high as 33 mph.

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