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By Anna Skinner
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National Weather Service (NWS) meteorologists issued a blizzard warning and a red flag warning in Nebraska and Kansas on Tuesday.
Why It Matters
Much of the U.S. has been under either a high wind warning, wind advisory, or red flag warning this week. The strong winds follow a severe storm that moved across the U.S. over the weekend, killing at least 42 people and prompting President Donald Trump to deploy the National Guard in Arkansas, one of the hardest hit areas.
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Damaging winds continue to blow across the U.S, with some of the strongest gusts expected in Colorado, Texas, New Mexico, Kansas and Nebraska.
What to Know
On Tuesday morning, the NWS office in Hastings, Nebraska, issued a blizzard warning and a red flag warning.
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The blizzard is expected to begin in parts of north-central Kansas and across much of Nebraska overnight on Tuesday. NWS Hastings also issued a red flag warning for north-central Kansas beginning Tuesday afternoon. The NWS office in Omaha issued a red flag warning for southeast Nebraska that went into effect this morning.
For the blizzard warning, up to 6 inches of snow is expected. With winds gusting as high as 60 mph, visibilities in the affected areas could drop below a quarter mile.
Strong winds are also a threat raised by the red flag warning, issued when critical fire conditions are present, including dry conditions and strong winds.
"Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended," the warning said.
What People Are Saying
NWS meteorologist Shawn Rossi, who works at the Hastings office, told Newsweek of the blizzard warning and red flag warning being issued at the same time: "It's not common, but it's not improbable. What happens is you have dry air ahead of this system and breezy winds.
He added: "We only issued a blizzard warning maybe once a year."
NWS Hastings in a blizzard warning: "Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the Wednesday morning commute. Strong winds could cause tree damage."
The warning added: "Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. Persons should consider delaying all travel. Motorists should use extreme caution if travel is absolutely necessary."
What Happens Next
The blizzard warning expires at 2 p.m. local time on Wednesday. The red flags warning expire Tuesday evening.
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