Headline:
Winter Storm Warning issued January 5 at 4:31AM EST until January 6 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Indianapolis IN
Event:
Winter Storm Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
January 5, 2025 - 1:31am
Expires:
January 5, 2025 - 9:45am
Description:
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 3 and
7 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.
* WHERE...Portions of central, north central, and west central
Indiana.
* WHEN...From 1 PM this afternoon to 7 PM EST Monday.
* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
likely become slick and hazardous. The strong winds and weight of
snow on tree limbs may down power lines and could cause sporadic
power outages. Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous
conditions could impact the Monday morning and evening commutes.
Instruction:
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.
Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely
necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter
storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains,
booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing.
Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help
you survive in case you become stranded.
Area Description:
Carroll; Warren; Tippecanoe; Clinton; Howard; Fountain; Tipton
Forcast Office:
NWS Indianapolis IN