(MANHATTAN, KS – January 5, 2025) — City-operated buildings are closed Monday, January 6 due to winter weather and snow blizzard conditions.
This includes City Hall, Municipal Court, Flint Hills Discovery Center, Sunset Zoo, all three recreation centers, and the Ice Rink. A Blizzard Warning remains in effect until 9 p.m. today.
Heavy snow and potentially strong winds are expected today, with total snow accumulations of 10 to 14 inches possible. Winds gusting to as high as 35 mph will cause blizzard conditions and drifting snow.
Travel is expected to remain very difficult. Blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility. Snow drifts might make roads impassable. These hazardous conditions are expected to impact travel on Monday, as well.