Winter Weather Advisory in Effect
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory, in effect from 7am Friday through 7am Sunday for much of Southern Lower Michigan, including the Greater Jackson area. Snow will spread east into the area on Friday morning with rapidly changing visibilities. Snow accumulation 3 to 6 inches through Saturday evening is possible and some freezing rain is also possible near I-94 throughout southern Michigan. Slippery travel beginning Friday afternoon with poor visibility on roadways. With arctic temperatures expected to impact the Jackson area over the next couple of days, the Jackson County Office of the Sheriff Emergency Management Division is encouraging citizens to be extra cautious when going out in the extreme cold. Wind chill values are forecast to be around ten degrees below zero overnight. "Now is the time to prepare and to take the proper precautions," said Sheriff Steve Rand. "Citizens are encouraged to monitor local weather reports and follow the appropriate steps to stay safe during these extremely cold and potentially life threatening temperatures." The National Weather Service is forecasting winds combining with subzero wind chills through tonight and tomorrow. Exposure to these temperatures could potentially cause frostbite and hypothermia, as well as create hazardous…
