TEMA to give update on upcoming winter storm
“Tennessee residents should prepare for the system to bring winter weather impacts as early as Thursday evening for the western region.”
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - The Tennessee Emergency Management Agency is set to update the public on the incoming winter storm on Friday.
Director Patrick Sheehan will discuss how the state is preparing for the winter weather impacts along with sharing tips on how Tennesseans can get themselves ready for the snow.
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“Tennessee residents should prepare for the system to bring winter weather impacts as early as Thursday evening for the western region. According to the National Weather Service, significant snow and some ice accumulations are likely across a large portion of the state. In addition, unseasonably cold air will persist across the region over the next seven days.
TEMA encourages all individuals and communities to take protective steps in readiness planning. More information on how to prepare for can be found at www.tn.gov/tema/prepare with resources such as a family communication plan template and a basic emergency supplies checklist.”
First Alert Weather Day: Significant snowstorm expected Friday
FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAY - FRIDAY
We continue to track a winter storm that has its sights on the Midstate for Friday and Friday evening. Snow is expected to develop before sunrise along the Tennessee River and spread eastward across the Midstate through our morning commute. Snow will continue across the area for much of the day with most of the Midstate receiving at least 3″ of snowfall with some areas expected to get even more the farther south we go. Some areas in southern Middle Tennessee could push to the 5-7″ mark before all the snow wraps up overnight on Friday.
Travel is likely to be significantly impacted throughout the day on Friday and into at least early Saturday. If you must travel be sure to allow yourself plenty of extra time and take it slow on those snow-covered roadways. Flights in and out of the Nashville International Airport will likely be impacted as well throughout the day.
THIS WEEKEND & BEYOND:
Flurries and snow showers will end early Saturday. Travel will be very treacherous and difficult into Saturday because of Friday’s snow.
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