...Prolonged icing event expected Today through Thursday... .Significant ice accumulations are expected to produce treacherous, potentially life-threatening travel conditions through Thursday morning. While ice accumulations are expected to be higher over parts of West Kentucky, the southern tip of Illinois, and the Delta region of Southeast Missouri, dangerous road conditions are anticipated across the entire Quad State. KYZ014-018-019-102300- /O.UPG.KPAH.WW.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-210212T0000Z/ /O.EXA.KPAH.IS.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210212T0000Z/ Union KY-Henderson-Daviess- Including the cities of Morganfield, Henderson, and Owensboro 952 AM CST Wed Feb 10 2021 ...ICE STORM WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THURSDAY... * WHAT...Significant icing expected. Total ice accumulation of a quarter inch is possible. Sleet is anticipated to mix in tonight. * WHERE...Union, Henderson and Daviess Counties in Kentucky. * WHEN...Until 6 PM CST Thursday, with the majority of the ice accumulation expected Wednesday afternoon and evening. * IMPACTS...Expect dangerous and potentially life-threatening road conditions. Cold temperatures will keep surfaces frozen long after precipitation ends. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning and evening commutes. Some tree damage and power outages are possible. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel is strongly discouraged as roads are likely to be treacherous. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Prepare for possible power outages. Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.
