Headline:
Ice Storm Warning issued January 5 at 1:59PM CST until January 6 at 12:00PM CST by NWS Paducah KY
Event:
Ice Storm Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
January 5, 2025 - 11:59am
Expires:
January 6, 2025 - 3:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Significant icing expected through the early evening with a
mix of sleet and freezing rain. Winds gusting to 30 mph. A period
of freezing drizzle is likely tonight before precipitation changes
to snow late night through Monday morning. Additional snow and
sleet accumulations up to two inches and additional ice
accumulations up to a quarter inch with locally higher amounts.
* WHERE...Portions of southern Illinois, western Kentucky, and
southeast Missouri.
* WHEN...Until noon CST Monday.
* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
become slick and hazardous. Significant ice accumulation on power
lines and tree limbs may cause widespread and long-lasting power
outages. Power outages and tree damage are likely due to the ice.
Travel could be nearly impossible.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...An arctic blast will arrive Monday and last
through most of the week. Wind chill values will drop into the
single digits or below zero at times, which can be even more
dangerous with any long duration power outages.
Instruction:
Travel is strongly discouraged. If you must travel, keep an extra
flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.
Prepare for possible power outages. The latest road conditions can
be obtained by visiting www.weather.gov/pah/roads
Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely
necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden
changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the
motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your
destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially
cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is
winterized and in good working order.
Do not touch downed lines and report any power outages to your
electric company. Travel is highly discouraged due to slick roadways
and the possibility of downed trees and power lines.
Area Description:
Jackson; Williamson; Saline; Gallatin; Union; Johnson; Pope; Hardin; Alexander; Pulaski; Massac; Livingston; Crittenden; Caldwell; Union; Webster; Hopkins; Henderson; Daviess; McLean; Perry; Bollinger; Cape Girardeau; Wayne; Carter; Scott
Forcast Office:
NWS Paducah KY