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...Wintry Mess Wednesday... .A winter storm will spread northward across eastern Kansas and Missouri this morning, and linger through tonight. This storm will start as snow, but surface temperatures may warm up just enough to convert the precipitation type to rain or a rain/snow mix by the afternoon hours. This may lead to slushy roads today. This evening temperatures will fall back below freezing as a strong cold front moves through the area changing precipitation back to all snow. In addition, with temperatues falling quickly tonight, any wet surfaces and roadways are expected to flash freeze and cause further travel issues.

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. For the Wind Chill Advisory, very cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as low as 15 below zero.

* WHERE...Portions of northeast Kansas and north central and west central Missouri.

* WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 9 AM this morning to midnight CST tonight. For the Wind Chill Advisory, from midnight tonight to noon CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. The cold wind chills could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Roadways may remain slick overnight into Thursday as temperatures remain well below freezing.

* AFFECTED AREAS: CHARITON ... LEAVENWORTH ... RAY ... CARROLL ... MACON ... CLAY ... PLATTE

Instructions:

Slow down and use caution while traveling. Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 in Kansas or visiting traveler.modot.org in Missouri.