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Freezing Rain Advisory for Logan County

(2:49 p.m. Friday announcement)

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[November 30, 2007]  The National Weather Service in Lincoln has issued a freezing rain advisory in effect from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday.

A mixture of freezing rain and sleet will begin across the area Saturday morning, with the precipitation changing to all freezing rain by afternoon. Ice accumulations of around one-tenth of an inch are possible before the precipitation changes to rain by Saturday evening.

Motorists are advised to drive with caution on area roadways, as the light accumulation of ice will cause slippery spots to develop.

A freezing rain advisory means that periods of freezing rain or freezing drizzle will cause travel difficulties. Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while driving.

[Text from announcement received from Terry Storer, Logan County Emergency Management Agency]

 


Winter Storm With Freezing Rain and Sleet to Arrive Saturday

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(2:49 p.m. Friday announcement)

[November 30, 2007]  A developing winter storm will track from Colorado to southeast Nebraska by Saturday evening. Ahead of this system, warm and moist air will be lifted northward into central Illinois. Precipitation will fall through a shallow cold air mass near the ground, resulting in a prolonged period of freezing rain and sleet.

Maximum icing with this system will likely occur across parts of the Illinois River valley, primarily along and north of a Rushville-to-Bloomington line, where ice accumulations of one quarter of an inch or more are likely. Farther south, lesser ice accumulations of around one-tenth of an inch are possible along the Interstate 72 corridor. The precipitation will gradually change to all rain across the entire area by Saturday evening.

The National Weather Service in Lincoln has issued a freezing rain advisory in effect from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday for the counties of Logan, Cass, Menard, Scott, Morgan and Sangamon, including the cities of Lincoln, Jacksonville and Springfield.

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The National Weather Service in Lincoln has also issued a freezing rain advisory in effect from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday for Mason County, including the city of Havana.

A mixture of freezing rain, sleet and snow will begin across the area Saturday morning, with the precipitation changing to all freezing rain by afternoon. Ice accumulations of around one-tenth of an inch are possible before the precipitation changes to rain by Saturday evening.

Motorists are advised to drive with caution on area roadways, as the light accumulation of ice will cause slippery spots to develop.

A freezing rain advisory means that periods of freezing rain or freezing drizzle will cause travel difficulties. Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while driving.

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The National Weather Service in Lincoln has issued an ice storm warning in effect from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday for the counties of Knox, Stark, Peoria, Marshall, Woodford, Fulton, Tazewell, McLean and Schuyler, including the cities of Galesburg, Peoria, Bloomington and Normal.

A mixture of freezing rain, sleet and snow will begin across the area Saturday morning, with the precipitation changing to all freezing rain by afternoon. Ice accumulations of one-quarter of an inch or more are likely, mainly along and northwest of a Rushville-to-Bloomington line. In addition, increasing southeasterly winds, gusting up to 30 mph at times, may cause tree branches to fall into power lines, causing power outages.

Ice will most likely accumulate first on elevated surfaces, especially trees and power lines. Eventually ice will affect most roads and walkways, creating hazardous travel conditions.

An ice storm warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Significant amounts of ice accumulations will make travel dangerous or impossible. Travel is strongly discouraged. Commerce will likely be severely affected. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Ice accumulations and winds will likely lead to snapped power lines and falling tree branches that add to the danger.

[Text from announcement received from the Emergency Email Network]

 

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