(Des Moines, IA) — A blizzard warning is in effect for the majority of Iowa, starting at 10 a.m. today until 6 p.m. tomorrow. Forecasters say Des Moines is expected to accumulate nine to 12 inches of snow, with flurries starting to fall around 11 p.m., Thursday. Winds will be strong as gusts can reach up to 45 miles per hour. Whiteout conditions will be present, and it is advised to avoid traveling on the roads as conditions will be dangerous.