Widespread travel difficulties are expected to continue across south central Iowa due to a major snow event in the area.

A winter storm warning continues for all of Iowa along and south of Highway 20 until noon today.

National Weather Service Meteorologist Alex Krull expects low visibility and extremely difficult travel to continue for several hours, even after the heaviest snow has fallen in the region.

Travel is not advised during the time of the warning. A tow ban is in place in Marion and Warren Counties, and snow ordinances have been issued in all major area communities, including Indianola/Pella and Knoxville.

Snowfall totals (6 a.m.):
Pella (KNIA/KRLS) – 6.5″
Knoxville (KNIA/KRLS) – 7″
Indianola (NWS) – 9″

Stay tuned to KNIA/KRLS for continuing coverage, including cancellations and delays, road condition updates, and the latest Weatherology Forecast.