Posts With Keyword ‘Blizzard’

Photos of the Worst Blizzard in Decades

Posted: Thursday, February 3rd, 2011 at 1:26 pm

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Photos of this week’s blizzard and the clean up efforts by the Marion County Secondary Roads Department.

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Road Crews and First Responders Work Together in Emergency Situations

Posted: Wednesday, February 2nd, 2011 at 9:59 am

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During winter storms communication is even more crucial than normal.

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Blizzard Blows Through Marion County

Posted: Wednesday, February 2nd, 2011 at 6:30 am

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The major winter storm that is making its way through the Midwest has made travel very dangerous for all of Marion County and much of Iowa.

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Residents Encouraged to Keep an Emergency Kit in Their Vehicles

Posted: Wednesday, February 2nd, 2011 at 6:28 am

With blizzard conditions throughout much of Iowa residents are encouraged not to travel at this time.

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Emergency Crews Prepare for Severe Winter Weather

Posted: Tuesday, February 1st, 2011 at 2:36 pm

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Area first responders are taking the necessary precautions to do their best to respond to emergency calls as a blizzard makes its way through Marion County.

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Sheriff Discourages Travel After Dark Due to Blizzard

Posted: Tuesday, February 1st, 2011 at 11:41 am

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Due to anticipated blizzard conditions beginning this afternoon and continuing through the night, Marion County Sheriff Ron Goemaat tells KNIA/KRLS news that he is discouraging travel this evening after dark, especially travel on county rock roads.

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Blizzard is Over but Cold Weather and Winter Driving Conditions Continue

Posted: Monday, December 13th, 2010 at 6:30 am

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Though the blizzard that hit Marion County is now over the cold weather continues.

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Winter Safety Tips

Posted: Sunday, December 12th, 2010 at 6:23 am

Due to a blizzard that hit the Marion County area last night, safe driving may be more important than ever.

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Marion County Hit By Record Blizzard

Posted: Sunday, December 13th, 2009 at 6:26 am

More snow fell in one blizzard in Marion County –and Iowa – than in the last 39 years, bringing with it car accidents, school cancellations, and safety hazards.

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Salt, Sand Largely Ineffective in Blizzard Conditions

Posted: Thursday, December 10th, 2009 at 6:29 am

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Though street maintenance trucks in the city of Pella have been extremely busy in the past 24-plus hours, the winter storm has made little impact on the city’s sand and salt supply.

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