A winter storm is expected to blast the southern United States with heavy snow, ice and rain Thursday and Friday.
The storm is expected to reach Oklahoma Thursday, and could leave behind several inches of snow in some areas of the state.
A winter storm brought several inches of snow to Oklahoma on Thursday and Friday, causing slick and hazardous road conditions throughout the state.
Snow will turn into sleet and freezing rain along parts of the Southeast, as well as southern Arkansas, the weather service reported. Forecasters warn that icy conditions, between a tenth and a quarter inch of ice, will make travel dangerous for many. Power outages and downed branches are also a concern.
Snowy weather will roll into Oklahoma on Thursday. Here is the timeline of when to expect snow, sleet and a return to seasonal temperatures.
Winter Storm Warning is in effect for Craig, Ottawa, Tulsa, Rogers, Mayes, Delaware, Creek, and Wagoner County until 12:00 p.m. Friday. More accumulating snow will occur this evening and into the overnight hours for most locations.
As of this morning, we anticipate winter storm criteria for southeastern Oklahoma, with winter weather advisory criteria more likely across parts of northeastern Oklahoma. Snowfall probabilities ...
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