Heavy snow expected from Friday through Sunday
The National Weather Service at Topeka is warning Osage County and portions of central, east central, north central, and northeast Kansas that a winter storm is expected to dump heavy snow across the area beginning around 6 p.m. Friday, Jan. 23, 2026, to 6 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 25, 2026. During this time, total accumulations are forecast to be 4 to 8 inches.
Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will become slick and hazardous, and travel could be very difficult. In addition, very cold temperatures are expected throughout the event, with wind chills as low as -15 to -20 degrees Saturday morning.
NWS advises those who must travel to keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 511.
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