Headline:
Winter Storm Warning issued January 5 at 1:47AM CST until January 6 at 6:00AM CST by NWS Paducah KY
Event:
Winter Storm Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
January 4, 2025 - 11:47pm
Expires:
January 5, 2025 - 2:15pm
Description:
* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation expected. Total snow and sleet
accumulations between 3 and 5 inches and ice accumulations between
two tenths and one half of an inch.
* WHERE...Portions of southern Illinois and southwest Indiana.
* WHEN...Until 6 AM CST /7 AM EST/ Monday.
* IMPACTS...Significant ice accumulation on power lines and tree
limbs may cause widespread and long-lasting power outages. Expect
power outages and tree damage due to the ice. Travel could be
impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday
morning commute.
* 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:
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 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:
Jefferson; Wayne; Edwards; Wabash; Perry; Franklin; Hamilton; White; Gibson; Pike; Posey; Vanderburgh; Warrick; Spencer
Forcast Office:
NWS Paducah KY