Gibby and others in the central plains and eastern Rockies: the El Nino effect will be around for awhile and because of the patterns which normally transition from one stage to another in springtime, there may in fact be some significant severe storms throughout the same regions that are currently being affected by blizzards, high winds and ice storms. Tornado Alley may be more active than average - at least for the first part of the active season.
This weekend will provide more hardships in that general area - from the Texas - Oklahoma line up into Illinois and Indiana with freezing rain, some snow in the western areas of the zone and ice build up. This unfortunately will cause more power issues, treacherous roads in some areas and the resulting traffic crashes. Use caution while traveling and monitor your local NOAA - NWS weather and your local Emergency Operations Center outlets for official news and advisories.
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