...WINTER STORM TO IMPACT THE MID-SOUTH EARLY TUESDAY...
.A strong upper level disturbance is sliding through the Mid
South early this morning as arctic air continues to spill into
the region. Ongoing snow will taper off from northwest to
southeast during through the morning hours...with flurries likely
lingering over portions of northeast Mississippi in the early
afternoon. The combination of very cold temperatures and gusty
northwest winds will produce wind chill values to zero or
slightly below, mainly along and north of Interstate 40 through
noon today.
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST TODAY...
* WHAT...Heavy snow occurring. Plan on difficult travel
conditions, including during the morning commute. Total snow
accumulations of 2 to 4 inches, with localized higher amounts,
are expected.
* WHERE...Portions of East Arkansas, North Mississippi and West
Tennessee.
* WHEN...Until noon Today.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Be prepared for significant reductions in
visibility at times.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions are occurring. If you must travel, keep an extra
flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an
emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.