INDIANA — Dangerous winter weather conditions are setting up across Indiana tonight as strong winds combine with fresh snowfall to produce widespread ground blizzard conditions, especially across northern parts of the state. While little to no new snow is expected to fall, existing snow on the ground will be violently blown and drifted, creating near-zero visibility and treacherous travel conditions through Tuesday morning.
Strong Overnight Winds Will Drive the Threat
Winds are expected to rapidly increase shortly after midnight, with statewide gusts between 25 and 35 mph, and gusts as high as 45 mph likely across northern Indiana. These powerful winds will be strong enough to lift and redistribute loose snow, reducing visibility dramatically even without active snowfall…