Storm Prediction Center Mesoscale Discussion 112

   Mesoscale Discussion 0112
   NWS Storm Prediction Center Norman OK
   1155 PM CST Mon Feb 17 2025

   Areas affected...Central Kansas

   Concerning...Heavy snow 

   Valid 180555Z - 180900Z

   SUMMARY...Heavy snowfall with occasional rates of 1"/hr.

   DISCUSSION...Snowfall coverage has increased across portions of
   central Kansas as upper-level forcing overspreads the central
   Plains. Overall, rates appear to be light to moderate. Mesoscale
   banding is occurring, producing a few heavier bands with reports of
   heavy snow and visibility 1/4-1/2 mile over the last hour. Forecast
   soundings indicate very cold temperatures throughout the profile
   with saturation through the lowest levels, albeit a bit drier but
   sufficiently moist in the dendrite growth zone. Given the
   overspreading of forcing for ascent, snowfall should continue to
   increase in coverage and will continue over through the morning.

   ..Thornton.. 02/18/2025

   ...Please see www.spc.noaa.gov for graphic product...

   ATTN...WFO...ICT...DDC...GLD...

   LAT...LON   38300171 38590118 38940007 39109907 38929800 38399742
               37989728 37459777 37509887 37800018 37990117 38000141
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