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WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CST THIS EVENING...
...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO NOON CST FRIDAY...
...WIND CHILL ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON FRIDAY TO NOON CST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. For the Wind Chill Warning, dangerously cold wind chills  expected. Wind chills as low as 35 below zero. For the Wind Chill Advisory, very cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as low as 25 below zero.

* WHERE...Portions of south central and southwest Illinois. Portions of central, east central, and southeast Missouri.

* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 9 PM CST this evening. For the Wind Chill Warning, from 6 PM this evening to Noon CST Friday. For the Wind Chill Advisory, from Noon Friday to Noon CST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday evening and Friday morning commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes. Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow.

Instructions:

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves.

The rapid accumulation of snow will make travel extremely difficult,
if not impossible. If travel is necessary, be sure to exercise
extreme caution. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food
and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. In Illinois, the
latest road conditions can be obtained at
www.gettingaroundillinois.com. In Missouri, the latest road
conditions can be obtained at traveler.modot.org/map or by calling
1-888-275-6636.

Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely
necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden
changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the
motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your
destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially
cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is
winterized and in good working order.

Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.