Deep snow cover was in place over Iowa.  Though no new snow fell during the day on the 21st, a strong push of cold air moved into the state during the afternoon.  Gusty northwest winds of 25 to 35 MPH and occasional gusts to 40 MPH or higher caused considerable blowing snow and zero visibilities.  Roads over the north half of Iowa drifted shut quickly with numerous accidents and road closings reported.  Wind Chill values once again were in the 40 to 55 degree below zero range through the afternoon and evening.  Conditions improved around sunset as winds diminished to under 25 MPH.  Drifting became a very serious problem due to the great amount of loose snow on the ground.  In Rockwell City, drifting over the railroad tracks was so severe that a freight train was stranded just west of town.

Blizzard in PALO ALTO, IOWA
From 21-DEC-00 12:00:00 to 21-DEC-00 18:00:00 (CST)
Property damage: 20K
Reported by: LAW ENFORCEMENT

Blizzard in TAMA, IOWA
From 21-DEC-00 12:00:00 to 21-DEC-00 18:00:00 (CST)
Property damage: 20K
Reported by: LAW ENFORCEMENT

Blizzard in WEBSTER, IOWA
From 21-DEC-00 12:00:00 to 21-DEC-00 18:00:00 (CST)
Property damage: 20K
Reported by: LAW ENFORCEMENT

Blizzard in HARDIN, IOWA
From 21-DEC-00 12:00:00 to 21-DEC-00 18:00:00 (CST)
Property damage: 20K
Reported by: LAW ENFORCEMENT

Blizzard in STORY, IOWA
From 21-DEC-00 12:00:00 to 21-DEC-00 18:00:00 (CST)
Property damage: 20K
Reported by: LAW ENFORCEMENT

Blizzard in POCAHONTAS, IOWA
From 21-DEC-00 12:00:00 to 21-DEC-00 18:00:00 (CST)
Property damage: 20K
Reported by: LAW ENFORCEMENT

Blizzard in SAC, IOWA
From 21-DEC-00 12:00:00 to 21-DEC-00 18:00:00 (CST)
Property damage: 20K
Reported by: LAW ENFORCEMENT

Blizzard in HAMILTON, IOWA
From 21-DEC-00 12:00:00 to 21-DEC-00 18:00:00 (CST)
Property damage: 20K
Reported by: LAW ENFORCEMENT

Blizzard in HANCOCK, IOWA
From 21-DEC-00 12:00:00 to 21-DEC-00 18:00:00 (CST)
Property damage: 20K
Reported by: LAW ENFORCEMENT

Blizzard in HUMBOLDT, IOWA
From 21-DEC-00 12:00:00 to 21-DEC-00 18:00:00 (CST)
Property damage: 20K
Reported by: LAW ENFORCEMENT

Blizzard in KOSSUTH, IOWA
From 21-DEC-00 12:00:00 to 21-DEC-00 18:00:00 (CST)
Property damage: 20K
Reported by: LAW ENFORCEMENT

Blizzard in MARSHALL, IOWA
From 21-DEC-00 12:00:00 to 21-DEC-00 18:00:00 (CST)
Property damage: 20K
Reported by: LAW ENFORCEMENT

Blizzard in WINNEBAGO, IOWA
From 21-DEC-00 12:00:00 to 21-DEC-00 18:00:00 (CST)
Property damage: 20K
Reported by: LAW ENFORCEMENT

Blizzard in CERRO GORDO, IOWA
From 21-DEC-00 12:00:00 to 21-DEC-00 18:00:00 (CST)
Property damage: 20K
Reported by: LAW ENFORCEMENT

Blizzard in CRAWFORD, IOWA
From 21-DEC-00 12:00:00 to 21-DEC-00 18:00:00 (CST)
Property damage: 20K
Reported by: LAW ENFORCEMENT

Blizzard in EMMET, IOWA
From 21-DEC-00 12:00:00 to 21-DEC-00 18:00:00 (CST)
Property damage: 20K
Reported by: LAW ENFORCEMENT

Blizzard in BLACK HAWK, IOWA
From 21-DEC-00 12:00:00 to 21-DEC-00 18:00:00 (CST)
Property damage: 20K
Reported by: LAW ENFORCEMENT

Blizzard in BOONE, IOWA
From 21-DEC-00 12:00:00 to 21-DEC-00 18:00:00 (CST)
Property damage: 20K
Reported by: LAW ENFORCEMENT

Blizzard in BREMER, IOWA
From 21-DEC-00 12:00:00 to 21-DEC-00 18:00:00 (CST)
Property damage: 20K
Reported by: LAW ENFORCEMENT

Blizzard in FRANKLIN, IOWA
From 21-DEC-00 12:00:00 to 21-DEC-00 18:00:00 (CST)
Property damage: 20K
Reported by: LAW ENFORCEMENT

Blizzard in GRUNDY, IOWA
From 21-DEC-00 12:00:00 to 21-DEC-00 18:00:00 (CST)
Property damage: 20K
Reported by: LAW ENFORCEMENT

Blizzard in GREENE, IOWA
From 21-DEC-00 12:00:00 to 21-DEC-00 18:00:00 (CST)
Property damage: 20K
Reported by: LAW ENFORCEMENT

Blizzard in CALHOUN, IOWA
From 21-DEC-00 12:00:00 to 21-DEC-00 18:00:00 (CST)
Property damage: 20K
Reported by: LAW ENFORCEMENT

Blizzard in CARROLL, IOWA
From 21-DEC-00 12:00:00 to 21-DEC-00 18:00:00 (CST)
Property damage: 20K
Reported by: LAW ENFORCEMENT

Blizzard in BUTLER, IOWA
From 21-DEC-00 12:00:00 to 21-DEC-00 18:00:00 (CST)
Property damage: 20K
Reported by: LAW ENFORCEMENT

Blizzard in WRIGHT, IOWA
From 21-DEC-00 12:00:00 to 21-DEC-00 18:00:00 (CST)
Property damage: 20K
Reported by: LAW ENFORCEMENT

Blizzard in WORTH, IOWA
From 21-DEC-00 12:00:00 to 21-DEC-00 18:00:00 (CST)
Property damage: 20K
Reported by: LAW ENFORCEMENT