As the latest winter storm departs the Southwest and moves northeastward across the U.S., we in central Missouri find ourselves on the projected rain-snow line. Blizzard conditions are forecast for the Northern Plains and severe thunderstorms with torrential rain and tornados are expected to rake the Southern States. We could go either way.
A few days ago, we were squarely in the band of heavy snow on the "future weather maps" but yesterday's forecast was for a rain-snow mix in our area. Whatever unfolds is expected to begin late this afternoon and continue through most of tomorrow.
Weather forecasting has improved dramatically over recent decades though the accuracy for any given city is not as dependable. But we have been warned of the coming impact, perhaps by a blizzard, perhaps by flooding rains. We'll know by tomorrow.
