Blizzard — South Sioux, Nebraska

2021-03-14 · South Sioux, Nebraska

Event narrative

Reported blizzard conditions 6 miles east-northeast of Agate with one quarter mile visibility and strong winds most of the day Sunday. Nearby RAWS mesonet station Agate reported wind gusts 40 to 50 MPH.

Wider weather episode

Strong winds and heavy snowfall resulted in blizzard conditions for most locations across the Nebraska Panhandle. Area roads were closed for multiple days as crews needed time to clear snow drifts off roadways.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 938195. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.