National Weather Service

Quad Cities, IA/IL Situation Report

Thursday, January 9, 2020 5:58 AM

Winter Storm Possible Friday Through Saturday

Key Points or Main Message
 The threat of seeing wintry precipitation across the area Friday and
Saturday is increasing.
 The system will begin with widespread rain Friday afternoon into
Friday night.
 Freezing rain and sleet will fall Friday night through early Saturday.
 This will be followed by accumulating snow Saturday through Saturday
evening, with the possibility of blowing snow Saturday night.

Important Forecast Changes

 Uncertainty remains with the track of the storm. Therefore, exact
precipitation type and amounts are yet to be determined.

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 National Weather Service
Quad Cities, IA/IL Situation Report
Thursday, January 9, 2020 5:58 AM

Winter Storm Possible Friday Through Saturday

Additional Details
Timing
 The system will begin to impact the area Friday afternoon, and is
expected to last through Saturday night

Potential Impacts
 Rain may be heavy at times Friday afternoon into Friday night, with
totals of 1 to 2 inches possible over northeast Missouri, far southeast
Iowa and west central Illinois. This may lead to a low risk of minor
flooding.
 Falling temperatures will bring a threat of freezing rain, sleet and snow
Friday night. Light accumulations may lead to travel difficulties,
 Accumulating snow Saturday into Saturday night along with blowing
snow may lead to additional travel difficulties and reduced visibilities.

Confidence
 Confidence is high on a storm impacting the area. However, there is low
confidence on precipitation types, amounts and magnitude of impacts.

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Thursday, January 9, 2020 5:58 AM
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Heavy Rain and Flooding Threat

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Wintry Mix Threat

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Thursday, January 9, 2020 5:58 AM
Thursday, January 9, 2020 5:58 AM

Snow Threat

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Quad Cities, IA/IL Situation Report
Thursday, January 9, 2020 5:58 AM

Additional Information

Forecast Links Conditions and Reports

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Winter Weather Preparedness Info

Preparedness:
- A Winter Storm Watch is issued when conditions are favorable for significant winter weather and/or
blizzard conditions. Time to prepare!
- A Winter Storm Warning is issued when a combination of heavy snow, blowing snow, and possibly ice
mixed with snow is expected to impact the area. Time to act!
- A Blizzard Warning is issued when the combination of strong wind, low visibility, and heavy snow will
significantly impact daily life.

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