Winter Storm: Feb. 26 Update #3

Thunderstorms are the key to todays' weather, with thunder being reported throughout the line of precipitation from southern Minnesota through central Iowa. North and along of Highway 20 reports of thunder-sleet and thunder-snow are coming in, while south of Highway 20 the precipitation is falling as rain. Beyond this line of thunderstorms is the cold front, indicating a likely end of precipitation and this winter storm for the most part. Total accumulations are likely going to be near expected for most areas in the north, perhaps just under the forecasted values given current reports.

Eastern Iowa will see continued thunderstorms throughout the afternoon, with some potential of severe thunderstorms over southeast Iowa. Once again, portions of the north will see sleet and snow, perhaps some freezing rain; while areas in the south see rain throughout this event. Additional updates are possible throughout the afternoon...