WEATHER ALERT: Winter Weather Advisory

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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE LOUISVILLE KY
357 AM EST FRI FEB 10 2012

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NICHOLASVILLE...WINCHESTER
357 AM EST FRI FEB 10 2012

Winter Weather Advisory now In Effect From 2 PM This Afternoon
To noon EST Saturday... 

the winter weather advisory for hazardous travel conditions is
now in effect from 2 PM this afternoon to noon EST saturday.

* timing: snow will develop over north-central kentucky including
 the bluegrass region by mid-afternoon. the snow is expected to
 continue until after midnight tonight.

* main impact: accumulations will initially be limited to grassy
 surfaces, but as surface temperatures fall below freezing this
 evening, snow will begin to accumulate on roadways. snowfall
 amounts will likely average 1 to 2 inches.

* other impacts: the combination of the anticipated snowfall 
 along with temperatures falling into the 20S tonight will 
 lead to hazardous driving conditions across the area. if you 
 have travel plans tonight, allow yourself plenty of 
 time to reach your destination. 

precautionary/preparedness actions... 

a winter weather advisory for snow means that periods of snow
will cause primarily travel difficulties. be prepared for snow
covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while
driving.

stay tuned to NOAA all hazards weather radio and your local media
for the latest updates on this winter weather situation.