INDIANA – The National Weather Service has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for Lawrence County and the surrounding area, starting with accumulating snow this evening and followed by the coldest temperatures of the season this weekend.
The National Weather Service (NWS) warned a large portion of central, south-central, and western Indiana of hazardous travel conditions.
A winter weather advisory is in effect from 5 p.m. EST this afternoon (Thursday) to 10 a.m. EST Friday.
Snow expected, with total accumulations of 2 to 4 inches, and locally higher amounts possible.
The most impactful period for snowfall is expected to be from Thursday evening through Friday morning.
Travel will be difficult due to slippery road conditions, affecting both the Thursday evening and Friday morning commutes. Motorists are strongly advised to slow down and use extreme caution.
The latest road conditions for Indiana can be obtained by calling 511.
Hazardous Outlook: Deep Freeze Follows Snow
Beyond the initial snowfall, the National Weather Service reports a hazardous weather outlook indicating a threat of additional snow and extreme cold developing through the weekend.
Additional snowfall is expected on Saturday, with further accumulations likely across the area.
This weekend will bring some of the coldest conditions of the season. Low temperatures are expected to approach or drop below zero degrees Fahrenheit. When factoring in the wind, wind chill values could fall as low as -20 degrees. Residents should take necessary precautions to protect themselves, their pets, and their pipes from the extreme cold.
NWS Seeks Public Assistance
The National Weather Service is requesting assistance from the public:
- Spotter Information: Snowfall reports from Thursday evening through Friday morning would be greatly appreciated by the NWS.
For more detailed information, residents are encouraged to monitor forecasts from the National Weather Service at http://weather.gov/ind.
